Due to some zoning issues, many bars in the Germantown-Schnitzelburg neighborhoods had to close their patios, but that is now being reversed.  Bars in the area that have been cited can have drinking and live music outside on their patios by being grandfathered in and approved in an appeal hearing.  The Louisville Board of Zoning and Alcoholic Beverage Control review proof that the location has supported outdoor drinking almost continuously for 29 years.