Welcome To Fincastle, KY

ABOUT US

The City of Fincastle is nestled in the east end of Louisville, between Westport Road and Highway 22. This charming neighborhood is close to many restaurants and shopping centers. We are a Class 6 city with a legislative body composed of a Mayor, Attorney, Treasurer, Secretary and Commissioners. Fincastle was incorporated on January 25, 1974. The name Fincastle is a historical relic from the formation of Kentucky County, Virginia. This county was the precursor to the Commonwealth of Kentucky and was formed from Fincastle County, Virginia, in 1776. Fincastle County, Virginia was created in 1772 from Botetourt County, Virginia, at the time Botetourt County’s boundaries extended all the way to the Mississippi River. Fincastle, Virginia is the county seat of Botetourt County, Virginia. Fincastle, Virginia was named for Lord Fincastle.

Mailing & Payment Address

Got Questions? Contact Treasurer / Clerk at jmreid4521@gmail.com or (502) 417-3591

City of Fincastle
P.O. BOX 22052
Louisville, KY 40252-0052

Trash Pickup: MONDAY morning of each week (from Jan 15, 2024)
Recycling & Yard Waste: Every other MONDAY morning (from Oct 30, 2023)

Trash, Recycling, and yard waste pick up is provided to all residents of the City of Fincastle by Waste Management (WM.com)

Instructions: (visual instructions click here)

Place your carts at least 3 feet apart and 3 feet away from any obstacles (trees, cars, mailboxes, etc.) to allow the automatic arm to lift and empty the carts. Place wheels of cart toward house.

Reminder: Carts must be at curb the night before or no later than 4:00 a.m.

Snow Removal:

The City of Fincastle has a contractor for snow removal. It is difficult, if not impossible, for him to do a good job if there are cars parked on the street. This is a dangerous situation for him, and other residents who may slide on icy roads.

Childcare & Schools

Childcare:
Daycare - Currently Closed

Approved JCPS Schools (based on boundary surrounding Fincastle):

Chancey Elementary - Pre K - 5
Dunn Elementary - K-5
Norton Commons Elementary - Pre K - 5
Norton Elementary - K-5
Portland Elementary - K-5
Wilder Elementary - Pre K - 5
Zachary Taylor Elementary - K-5
Greathouse/Shyrock Traditional Elementary - Traditional K-5
Kammerer Middle School - 6-8
Barret Traditional Middle School - Traditional 6-8
Meyzeek Middle School - Math, Science, and Technology 6-8
Ballard High - 9-12
Louisville Male High - Traditional 9-12

*To find specific schools for Jefferson County Public Schools visit JCPS School Finder

Religious Schools:

Portland Christian - Religious
Saint Mary Academy - Religious
St. Aloysius Catholic School - Religious
The Islamic School of Louisville - Religious

CITY OF FINCASTLE