Zoning and Land Use Lawyers with Proven Results — Serving Louisville and Beyond

At Bardenwerper Talbott & Roberts, we don’t just understand land development law — we drive it. When your real estate project hits regulatory roadblocks, we get in the fight and push it forward. With over 30 years of experience in zoning, land use, and development law, our firm is recognized as Kentucky’s leading legal authority in this increasingly complex area of real estate.

We know that in development, time is money. Our attorneys are experts at keeping projects on schedule, navigating approvals, and resolving disputes before they become costly delays. We represent many of the region’s top developers and builders, as well as property owners, commercial enterprises, healthcare institutions, and major clients like Churchill Downs, Baptist Healthcare, Hagan Properties, Pulte Homes, Elite Homes, Perfection Homes, Hogan Real Estate, and Angels Envy, helping them overcome state and local regulatory hurdles.

Our team doesn’t just interpret the law — we help shape it. We also represent local governments throughout Kentucky, providing strategic counsel on drafting and implementing zoning ordinances and land use regulations.

Practice Areas:

    • Zoning & Land Use Law
    • Real Estate Entitlements
    • Land Development Approvals
    • Local Government Representation
    • Regulatory Compliance
    • Administrative Hearings & Appeals


Serving Clients Across the Greater Louisville Area and Surrounding Counties:

Jefferson, Oldham, Shelby, Bullitt, Henry, Spencer, Meade, and more.

When the stakes are high and the process is land development, trust the firm that knows how to win. Bardenwerper Talbott & Roberts — Kentucky’s zoning law leaders.