Recommendations were also made for two more southerly sections of the road between Douglass Boulevard and the Watterson Expressway, which currently have two traffic lanes in each direction.

The final plan is set to be announced in August 2018, though because of the road's designation as a U.S. highway, state approval is required before any work can start.

These changes include, "one-lane in either direction with 24-hour parking on both sides, left turn lanes at intersections and updated stops for TARC buses[8]".

The KY transportation cabinet states that these changes will "increase pedestrian safety, decrease travel speeds and provide much needed parking in the area to support local businesses along the corridor[8]".

Metro Councilman Brandon Coan (D-8) told WAVE 3 the changes to Bardstown Road stem from a 2018 street safety study.