Commercial Construction Loan · Lexington-Fayette

Commercial Construction Loan in Lexington-Fayette.

Ground-up and improvement financing for commercial builds. Coordinated by an advisor working out of our downtown office at 2525 Harrodsburg Rd, Lexington, KY.

Amount
$500,000 to $25,000,000+.
Term
12 to 36 month construction, converting to 5- to 25-year perm.
Best for
Ground-up builds and major renovations of commercial property.
Coverage
Fayette + Bluegrass

Locally rooted

Based on Harrodsburg Road in Lexington.

Advisor-led

Real people who guide you through every option.

Wide lender network

Access to bank, SBA, and alternative funders.

Transparent process

Clear terms — no payday-style shortcuts.

The program

What commercial construction loan actually is

Commercial construction loans fund the build of a commercial property in stages, released as work is completed and inspected. They typically convert into permanent financing once the project stabilizes.

Who it fits in Lexington-Fayette

  • Owner-users building a new headquarters or facility in Lexington-Fayette
  • Developers of retail, office, industrial, or medical projects
  • Established owners expanding an existing property

Common uses

  • Ground-up construction
  • Major renovations and additions
  • Owner-occupied buildings (SBA 504 eligible)

What lenders review

Requirements vary by lender and program. Expect underwriters to focus on some combination of the following:

General contractor bid and schedule
Sponsor experience and balance sheet
Land value, permits, and entitlements
Pre-leasing or owner-occupancy plan
How we help

Advisor-led, not order-taker.

Construction financing has more moving parts than any other product. We help sequence the loan, appraisal, permits, and take-out financing so the project does not stall waiting on paperwork.

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FAQ

Commercial Construction Loan · common questions

Most established Lexington-Fayette businesses with consistent revenue can qualify for a commercial construction loan. Pemberton Lenders reviews credit, time in business, and use of funds to match you with the right lender.

Ready to talk through commercial construction loan?

A Lexington-based advisor will follow up within one business day. No credit pull to start.

Submitting an inquiry does not guarantee approval or funding. Financing options are subject to lender review.