New Orleans City Planning Commission public meetings in 2020
57 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing proposed site improvements for Pratt Playground, including a new pavilion, hip-roof fabric canopies, concrete walkway replacement, new bollards, benches, and play structures. The plan also preserves existing mature live oak trees and adds permeable surfaces. The meeting is advisory only; no final decision is made.
- New hip-roof fabric canopy over existing play structure
- New pavilion with walkways
- Concrete walkway replacement
- 9 benches, play structure, swing set, and electrical equipment
- New bollards at entrances and bench replacement
The Design Advisory Committee approved design requests for a shopping center and a bar canopy. One office project was deferred to allow for plan compliance, and a public facility renovation was deferred to a later meeting.
- Approved shopping center request by T & N Salem, LLC (unanimous)
- Deferred office request by Chinese Tea Garden, LLC to December 16th meeting (unanimous)
- Approved bar canopy request by 3835 Tulane, LLC (unanimous)
- Deferred NOFD HQ renovation request to December 16th meeting
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hear 10 dockets including variances for insufficient parking, setbacks, and lot dimensions, plus one appeal of a safety-permits decision. The meeting also includes an amendment to the 2021 meeting schedule. Public comment is written-only via an online form.
- Touchstone Community Church seeks variance for 11 fewer parking spaces than required at 3030-32/3031 First St. & 2336 S. Derbigny St.
- Copacetic City LLC requests after-the-fact variances for front-yard parking and insufficient permeable open space at 1435 Joseph St.
- Appeal of building permit 20-21846-NEWC for mixed-use property at 737 Eleonore St./5808 Magazine St.
- GPD 839 Jackson Ave LLC seeks after-the-fact variances for insufficient lot area, depth, and rear yard at 833 Jackson Ave.
- 611-613 Commerce LLC requests variance for zero off-street loading spaces for a proposed hotel at 611 Commerce St.
City Planning Operational Meeting
This is a procedural operational meeting of the New Orleans City Planning Commission, held via video/teleconference due to COVID-19. The agenda includes consideration of November 2020 minutes, a report from the Executive Director, reports from the Chair, and committee reports. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Consideration of November 2020 minutes
- Report from Executive Director
- Reports from Chair
- Committee reports
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The meeting includes discussions on reclassifying tattoo parlors, rezoning church property, and requesting conditional uses for multi-family dwellings and a bar.
- Text amendment to redefine 'tattoo parlor' and potentially include it under 'personal service establishment'
- Rezoning request by Saint Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church from S-RD to C-1 at 6820-6828 Chef Menteur Highway
- Conditional use request by AGA Development Partners, LLC for a multi-family dwelling at 738-740 Thayer Street
- Conditional use request for a bar at 1544 North Claiborne Avenue
Planning Advisory Committee
The provided text contains only GIS map metadata and property viewer information. There are no meeting minutes, proposals, or decisions listed for the Planning Advisory Committee.
City Planning Operational Meeting
This is a procedural operational meeting of the New Orleans City Planning Commission, held via video/teleconference due to COVID-19. The agenda includes consideration of October 2020 minutes, a report from the Executive Director, reports from the Chair, and committee reports. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Consideration of October 2020 minutes
- Report from Executive Director
- Reports from Chair
- Committee reports
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several requests for zoning variances for residential and mixed-use developments. The body will also hear appeals regarding building permits and short-term rental license denials.
- Appeal of short-term rental license denials for 135 and 137 Carondelet St
- Appeal regarding a helicopter landing structure at 200-220 Henry Clay Avenue
- Variance for a 6-unit multi-family residence at 1117 Governor Nicholls Street
- Variance for a mixed-use residence and specialty restaurant at 813 Frenchmen Street
- Map adjustment to change zoning to HMC-2 for a hotel/motel at 1919 St. Claude Avenue
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several proposed changes to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. These include a text amendment regarding definitions for established multi-family and two-family dwellings, alongside multiple conditional use and zoning change requests.
- Text amendment to clarify 'Established Multi-Family' and 'Established Two-Family' dwelling definitions
- Conditional use for multi-family dwelling at 322-324 North Dorgenois Street
- Conditional use for single-family residence at 4097 Adams Street and 3350 Highway 406
- Zoning change from HU-RD2 to HU-MU at 2301 Gallier Street
- Conditional use for two-family dwelling at 5917-5919 Lafaye Street
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing design development plans for PJ’s Coffee. The provided materials include architectural drawings and exterior design specifications.
- Design development for PJ’s Coffee
The Design Advisory Committee approved several construction and zoning requests, including a nursing home and a community-based commercial development. Two other projects received conceptual approval pending further architectural and site details.
- Approved nursing home construction (Design Review 092/20) subject to landscaping and facade revisions (Unanimous)
- Deferred drive-through restaurant request (Zoning Docket 082/20) to October 21 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved new construction (Design Review 133/20) subject to adding a residential entry canopy (Unanimous)
- Approved Desire Community Housing Corporation commercial development (Zoning Docket 088/20) subject to site and landscaping revisions (Unanimous)
- Granted conceptual approval for brewery and bar expansion (Zoning Docket 089/20) pending more site details (Unanimous)
- Granted conceptual approval for Planned Development (Zoning Docket 090/20) pending site, landscape, and architectural changes (Unanimous)
- Approved Tall Feather Exhibition (Design Review 143/20) (Unanimous)
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. These items include requests for zoning changes, a new interim zoning district for the Lower Ninth Ward, and conditional use permits.
- Zoning change from C-1 to C-3 at 14201 Michoud Boulevard
- Text amendment to establish the Lower Ninth Ward Off-Street Parking Interim Zoning District
- Zoning change from HU-RD2 to HU-MU at 3131-3133 Third Street
- Zoning change from MU-1 to HU-RD2 or HU-MU for properties on Saint Thomas, First, Rousseau, and Soraparu Streets
- Conditional use for drive-through facilities at 400-420 Soniat Street, 5118-5124 Tchoupitoulas Street, and 5115 South Front Street
City Planning Commission Planning Special Projects
The Planning & Special Projects Committee is meeting via video teleconference to discuss several city studies. The agenda includes discussions regarding the 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan, a Tree Preservation Study, and a Housing Opportunities Study.
- Discussion of 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan
- Discussion of Tree Preservation Study
- Discussion of Housing Opportunities Study
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing architectural plans for a new construction project by Desire Community Housing Corp. The development includes a 41,877 square foot building with various administrative and multipurpose spaces.
- New construction at 2711 Desire Street
- Proposed 41,877 square foot building
- Development of a 31,071 square foot parking lot with 90 total spaces
- Installation of 14,049 square feet of permeable pavers
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee will meet via teleconference to consider seven design review cases, including a conditional use for a drive-through at a specialty restaurant, a new retail development, modifications to previously approved plans, new construction, renovations, and an adaptive reuse project. The meeting is held under Act 302 of the 2020 Regular Legislative Session for matters critical to the committee's business that cannot be postponed.
- Conditional use for drive-through at 2616-2632 South Claiborne Ave (Zoning Docket 082/20)
- New retail development at 837 N. Broad Street (Design Review 111/20 reconsideration)
- Modification to approved plans at 5315 Elysian Fields Avenue (Design Review 132/20)
- New construction at 3969 Tchoupitoulas Street (Design Review 133/20)
- Adaptive reuse of two structures into a family living center at 210 State Street (Design Review 130/20)
The committee unanimously approved two design reviews for a large development renovation and a retail store facade. A request for a family living center was deferred for further documentation. A proposal for the Clarity Parks Lafitte Greenway Plaza was approved with modifications to the bike pathway.
- Approved Design Review 125/20 for renovation of development over 40k sq. ft. and parking lot (Unanimous)
- Approved Design Review 128/20 for retail store facade renovations (Unanimous)
- Deferred Design Review 130/20 for family living center adaptive reuse to allow for architectural elevations and revised landscape plan (Unanimous)
- Approved Design Review 129/20 for Clarity Parks Lafitte Greenway Plaza subject to bike pathway modifications (Unanimous)
Planning Advisory Committee
The provided document consists of architectural or surveying notations including street names and elevations. It does not contain any legislative items, proposals, or decisions for the Planning Advisory Committee to review.
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission is holding a public hearing via teleconference to consider several proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The body will review four subdivision requests and one property disposition request. Members will also consider the draft 2021-2025 Capital Improvement Plan for recommended expenditures.
- Subdivision request for 1018 Melpomene Street (Docket 079/20)
- Subdivision request for 4533 Read Boulevard (Docket 082/20)
- Subdivision request for 833-839 Jackson Avenue and 2130-2132 Laurel Street (Docket 086/20)
- Subdivision request for 4901 Tchoupitoulas Street (Docket 090/20)
- Property disposition request for Leake Avenue Right-of-Way between Henry Clay Avenue and Exposition Blvd
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing via teleconference to address zoning variances and appeals. The body will consider requests for specific properties and the election of officers.
- Variance request for 1331 Kerlerec Street (Orleans Parish School Board, McDonogh #35)
- Reasonable Accommodation Appeal for 1925-29 Fourth Street
- Variance request for 336 Decatur Street
- Variance request for 1780 N. Broad Street
- Variance request for 3038 Earhart Boulevard/1104 S. Roman Street
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing via teleconference to consider a subdivision application. The body will hear from proponents and opponents regarding the request.
- Subdivision Docket 091/20: Request by the Housing Authority of New Orleans to re-subdivide Lots A, B, C, D, E, and F into 10 proposed lots at 1400-1440 General Ogden Street
City Planning Operational Meeting
The City Planning Commission is holding an operational meeting to conduct administrative business. The body will review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Executive Director, Chair, and committees.
- Consideration of July and August 2020 Minutes
- Report from Executive Director
- Reports from Chair
- Committee Reports
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is meeting to consider four requests for the sale of city-owned land in the 3rd Municipal District. The body will also review two requests for air rights servitudes for canopies and roof overhangs.
- Sale of ground at 10101 Chef Menteur Blvd (20-0903)
- Sale of vacant lots at 8323 and 8339 Chef Menteur Hwy (20-0909)
- Sale of vacant lots at 8401 Chef Menteur Hwy (20-0910)
- Sale of vacant lots at 8531 and 8541 Chef Menteur Hwy (20-0911)
- Air rights servitudes for 611 Commerce Street and 3031 First Street
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission is holding a public hearing via teleconference to consider proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The body will hear testimony from proponents and opponents regarding five specific zoning dockets.
- Conditional use request for a community facility at 1519 Esplanade Avenue
- Zoning change from C-3 Heavy Commercial to MU-2 High Intensity Mixed-Use at 13350 Interstate 10 East Service Road
- Conditional use request for a large motor vehicle dealership at 1709-1741 Poydras Street, 516-524 South Claiborne Avenue, and 515 Clara Street
- Affordable Housing Planned Development request at 2256 Baronne Street
- Planned development request for properties at 1050 South Jefferson Davis Parkway, 4401 Calliope Street, and 4440-4444 Euphrosine Street
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee will meet via teleconference to consider several design review requests. These include renovations for a large development, retail facade updates, and an adaptive reuse project.
- Renovation of a development over 40,000 sq. ft. and parking lot at 3060 Dauphine Street
- Facade renovations to an existing retail store at 3947 Magazine Street
- Adaptive reuse of two structures into a family living center at 210 State Street
- Design Review 129/20 for Clarity Parks Lafitte Greenway Plaza
The Design Advisory Committee unanimously approved a request for a conditional use to construct a concrete ramp at the rear of a warehouse. Approval is subject to a landscape plan.
- Approved minutes from 08/05/20 (unanimous)
- Approved Zoning Docket 74/20 for concrete ramp at 5620 Tchoupitoulas Street subject to landscape plan (unanimous)
City Planning Operational Meeting
The City Planning Commission convened an operational meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions. The meeting focused on critical business that could not be postponed, including the review of July 2020 minutes and an update on a Tree Preservation Study.
- Consideration of July 2020 Minutes
- Tree Preservation Study Update
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing via teleconference on five zoning items, including a proposed interim zoning district to reduce off-street parking requirements for two-family dwellings in the Lower Ninth Ward, a text amendment to allow campgrounds in maritime mixed-use districts, and three conditional-use or text-change requests for specific properties. The meeting is critical to continue commission business under state legislative authority.
- Lower Ninth Ward Off-Street Parking Interim Zoning District: would require only one off-street parking space for two-family dwellings on lots 46 feet or less in width, bounded by N. Rampart Street, Industrial Canal, Florida Avenue, and Orleans/St. Bernard Parish Line
- Text amendment to allow 'Campground' as a permitted use in M-MU Maritime Mixed Use District, including recreational vehicles, with revised density and 20-foot minimum setback
- Conditional use for multi-family dwelling at 3318-3320 Broadway Street in HU-RD2 district
- Conditional use for motor vehicle service/repair facility at 3125 Tulane Avenue or 3125 D'Hemecourt Street and 518 South Lopez Street
- Text amendment to classify 'tattoo parlor' as a permitted use in HU-B1A Historic Urban Neighborhood Business District
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet via Zoom to hear requests for zoning variances, map adjustments, and appeals of Department of Safety and Permits decisions. The body is deciding on property setbacks, parking requirements, and lot dimensions for various residential and commercial projects.
- Request for a mixed-use place of worship and residence at 3031 First Street with a 6-space parking waiver
- Request for front yard parking at McDonogh #35 educational facility at 1331 Kerlerec Street
- Proposed retail establishment at 7001 Read Lane with front and rear yard setback variances
- Minor map adjustment for 4517 Magazine Street/4516 Camp Street to change 600 sq. ft. to HU-B1 zoning
- Appeal of a building permit decision for 1409 Broadway Street
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission met via teleconference to consider amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The agenda included a request for a parking study in the Uptown University Area and a proposal to rename Jefferson Davis Parkway.
- Proposed renaming of Jefferson Davis Parkway to Doctor Norman Francis Parkway
- Public hearing for a parking study in the Uptown University Area
- Consideration of the disposition of vacant lots at 8430-8436 Chef Menteur Highway
- Withdrawn request to subdivide lots on North Salcedo, North Gayoso, and Conti Streets
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee will consider a request by UCMC/Children's Hospital for the sale of a portion of Leake Avenue (unconstructed) between Henry Clay Avenue and Exposition Boulevard. The meeting will be held via teleconference due to COVID-19, with public comment accepted online.
- Request by UCMC/Children's Hospital for sale of portion of Leake Avenue (unconstructed) between Henry Clay Avenue and Exposition Boulevard
Capital Improvement Plan Public Hearings
The City Planning Commission is holding a series of public hearings to consider capital budget requests from various city departments and agencies. These sessions will take place via teleconference or video conference between July 22 and July 31.
- Public hearings for New Orleans City Park, Audubon Commission, and New Orleans Public Library
- Budget request reviews for New Orleans Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services
- Review of requests from Department of Public Works and Department of Property Management
- Hearings for New Orleans Aviation Board and Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
- Scheduled reviews for New Orleans Police Department and Capital Projects Administration
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is meeting via teleconference to consider three design review cases. The body will hear presentations and public comment before voting on the proposals.
- Design Review 079/20: Proposed new community center at 2711 Desire Street
- Design Review 093/20: Proposed mixed use development at 1912 N. Claiborne Avenue
- Design Review 115/20: Proposed demolition and new pre-fab building at 10200 Almonaster Blvd
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The body will discuss text amendments regarding signage and business uses, as well as specific zoning change requests for various properties.
- Proposed removal of traffic impact analysis requirement for drive-through facilities (Docket 057/20)
- Zoning change from C-1 General Commercial to LI Light Industrial for 14100, 14200, and 14300 Chef Menteur Highway (Docket 058/20)
- Zoning change from HU-RD2 to HU-MU for 3207-3211 Burdette Street (Docket 059/20)
- Conditional use request for a car wash at 2900-2946 Gentilly Boulevard (Docket 060/20)
- Conditional use request for a food processing facility at 19597 Chef Menteur Highway (Docket 062/20)
City Planning Operational Meeting
The City Planning Commission is holding an operational meeting to conduct internal business. The body will discuss administrative reports and hold an executive session for personnel evaluations.
- Consideration of November 2019 Minutes
- Election of Officers
- Executive session to evaluate the assistant director
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet via teleconference to consider various zoning variances and appeals. The agenda includes requests for building height, setbacks, and parking exceptions for several residential and commercial projects.
- Variance for a hotel at 12000 Levy Drive to allow 88 parking spaces instead of the permitted 63
- Variance for a dormitory at 2123 Poydras Street involving building height, setbacks, and off-site parking
- Variance for a Mardi Gras den at 3038 Earhart Boulevard regarding permeable open space and driveway width
- Appeals regarding short-term rental determinations for 833 Baronne Street and 1141 Margaret Place
- Multiple requests for two-family residences on Andry Street to allow only one off-street parking space
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing pricing documents for the renovation of a vacant building at 3700 Canal Street. The project converts the former Grace Episcopal Church into a mixed-occupancy space including a worship space, chapel, parish hall, and daycare.
- Renovation of 17,245 SF main building and site improvements on 39,458 SF lot
- Construction of interior partitions for a new daycare and interior lobby
- Reroofing of all existing roofs and full replacement of the rear parking lot
- Installation of a new prefabricated metal canopy and accessible ramp
- Exterior work including new fenestration, landscaping, and cleaning of brick and cast stone
Planning Advisory Committee
The Planning Advisory Committee is considering a request to change the name of the entire length of Jefferson Davis Parkway. The committee is also reviewing several requests for air and ground rights servitudes for properties on Dauphine Street, Bourbon Street, and S Rampart Street.
- Street Name Change 001/20: Rename Jefferson Davis Parkway to Doctor Norman Francis Parkway
- Servitude request for 3350 Dauphine Street by KP Desire Street, LLC
- Servitude request for 626 Bourbon Street by The Marie Laveau Foundation
- Servitude request for 1009 Poydras Street by 1009 Poydras, LLC
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing a resubmission for a project at 7001 Read Ln. in New Orleans East. The applicant is seeking two variances to allow for a specific rear setback and the placement of a parking lot facing the I-10 service road.
- Request for 5 ft. rear setback variance
- Request for variance to place parking lot at the front of the property facing I-10 service road
- Proposed 24 ft. curb cut on the Read Ln. side
- Proposed building size of 3,297 S.F. with a total of 3,735 S.F. under roof
The committee approved multiple design reviews for building renovations and new constructions, including a medical services building for the Orleans Justice Center. Approvals for certain projects were subject to specific conditions regarding sidewalk adjustments and drainage improvements.
- Approved May 20, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved May 6, 2020 DAC meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved LTFC-Alembic, LLC renovation in HU-MU and HUC districts (unanimando)
- Approved Miles Granderson metal building for Mardi Gras den, subject to DPW sidewalk comments (approved)
- Approved Victoria Yee renovation, subject to DAC recommendations regarding paint and catch basins (unanimous)
- Approved Lisa Pagano addition to existing structure (unanimous)
- Approved City of New Orleans medical services building construction (unanimous)
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing via teleconference to consider two subdivision requests: one to divide a lot at 712 Diana Street and another to consolidate lots near Tchoupitoulas and Constantinople Streets. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes from May 26, 2020.
- Subdivision Docket 043/20: Bargeboard, LLC requests to subdivide 712 Diana Street into two lots.
- Subdivision Docket 044/20: Robinson Lumber Company, Inc. requests to consolidate Lots 1-18 into Lot R near Tchoupitoulas and Constantinople Streets.
- Meeting held via teleconference due to COVID-19.
City Planning Operational Meeting
This is a procedural operational meeting of the New Orleans City Planning Commission, held by video/teleconference because of the COVID-19 emergency. The agenda includes consideration of April 2020 minutes, reports from the executive director and chair, an executive session, and committee reports. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Consideration of April 2020 minutes
- Report from the Executive Director
- Report from the Chair
- Executive session
- Committee reports
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission is holding a public hearing via teleconference to consider proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. The body will review a subdivision request and a study regarding the transfer of development rights.
- Subdivision request for 4517 Magazine Street and 4516 Camp Street to resubdivide Lots 6 and 19 into Lots 6A and 19A
- Study for a Transfer of Development Rights mechanism to facilitate renovation of historic structures in the Central Business District
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing via teleconference due to COVID-19. The meeting includes reviews of six unfinished variance items and one new variance request.
- Variance request for 12000 Levy Drive (#053-19)
- Variance request for 1800 Jefferson Avenue (#054-19)
- Variance request for 2123 Poydras Street (#064-19)
- Variance request for 457 Pine Street (#028-20)
- New variance request for 1360-1362 St. Denis Street (#036-20)
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee considered two major items: a temporary vehicle drop-off for a Harrah's hotel addition at Convention Center Blvd and Poydras St, which was deferred for further approvals, and a conditional use for a Zuppardo's Family Supermarkets grocery with alcohol sales at Saint Bernard Ave, approved subject to revisions on transparency, landscaping, and pedestrian access. Several other design reviews and zoning items were adopted without discussion.
- Deferred: Harrah's hotel addition vehicle drop-off at Convention Center Blvd & Poydras St, including demolition of sidewalks and new canopy structure
- Approved with conditions: Zuppardo's Family Supermarkets grocery with packaged alcohol sales at Saint Bernard Ave, Caton St, Senate St, and Jumonville St
- Adopted: Design Review 068/20 for blood plasma center tenant improvement with over 100 ft frontage in overlay district
- Adopted: Design Review 069/20 for grocery store facade improvements and exterior lighting in overlay district
- Adopted: Design Review 072/20 for temporary modular structures at an existing elementary school campus
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider three proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. These include changes to permitted business uses in specific districts and a request for a zoning change for a residential property.
- Zoning Docket 052/20: Request to permit small and large motor vehicle dealerships in CBD-4 Exposition and CBD-7 Bio-Science Districts
- Zoning Docket 053/20: Request to change 1929 Jackson Avenue and 2130 Danneel Street from HU-RM1 to HU-B1A
- Zoning Docket 054/20: Request by Housing Authority of New Orleans for conditional use to sell packaged alcoholic beverages at 1328 Senate Street
City Planning Operational Meeting
The City Planning Commission is meeting remotely under emergency authority to discuss routine operational items including approval of April minutes, executive director and chair reports, and committee reports. No substantive land-use decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Consideration of April 2020 meeting minutes
- Report from the Executive Director
- Report from the Chair
- Committee Reports
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 12, 2020, to consider a conditional use request for dwellings above the ground floor in a C-3 Heavy Commercial District with overlay districts. The meeting may be held via teleconference due to COVID-19. Written comments must be received by 5 p.m. eight days prior.
- Conditional use request by 6400 Chef Menteur, LLC for dwellings above ground floor at 6324-6400 Chef Menteur Highway
- Properties are in C-3 Heavy Commercial District, ENORC Overlay, and CT Corridor Design Overlay
- Meeting may be held via teleconference due to COVID-19 emergency
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing on several variance requests. The meeting is being conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19 quorum requirements.
- Unfinished Business Variances: 12000 Levy Drive
- Unfinished Business Variances: 2123 Poydras Street
- Unfinished Business Variances: 9205 S. Claiborne Avenue
- Unfinished Business Variances: 457 Pine Street
- New Business Variances: 3515 Elysian Fields, 353 Carondelet Street, 219 North Peters Street, 4202 Van Avenue, 620 Wagner Street, and 1345 St. Bernard Avenue
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing design submission and schematic packages for Harrah’s New Orleans CIP. The plans include demolition areas and the installation of a temporary modular porte cochere and drop-off area.
- Proposed demolition of building and site areas to make way for a proposed hotel tower
- Installation of a temporary modular structure with a vinyl roof and aluminum framing for a porte cochere
- New temporary drop-off lanes and curb cuts at Poydras St. and Convention Center Blvd
- Construction of a temporary building closure wall and screen fencing
- Installation of a new fabricated aluminum ADA ramp
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. These include a conditional use request for a drive-thru restaurant and a new interim district requiring off-street parking in the University Area.
- Conditional use request by Successful Endeavors, LLC for a fast food restaurant with drive-thru at 3400-3424 South Claiborne Avenue
- Text amendment to establish the University Area Interim Off-Street Parking Zoning District
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is reviewing a development proposal that includes various building footprints and landscape specifications. The project involves permeable concrete construction for landscaped areas and parking lots.
- Proposed building footprints of 1,058 S.F., 1,292 S.F., and 1,705 S.F.
- Permeable concrete construction for landscaping and parking lot areas
- Storm water retention criteria compliance for impermeable areas under 5,000 sq. ft.
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The agenda also includes multiple requests for conditional uses, zoning changes, and the establishment of a new housing overlay district.
- Text amendment to designate 'Dwelling, Established Multi-Family' as a permitted use in various districts
- Establishment of the Coronet Court Multi-Family Housing Overlay District near Lake Forest Boulevard
- Removal of 1800-1812 Onzaga Street and 1635-1641 North Roman Street from the MUPC District
- Conditional use for a bed and breakfast at 1531 Ursulines Avenue
- Conditional use for an established multi-family dwelling at 2724 Jackson Avenue
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing to discuss variance applications. The meeting includes both unfinished and new business regarding specific properties.
- Variance #054-19 for 1800 Jefferson Avenue
- Variance #064-19 for 2123 Poydras Street
- Variance #013-20 for 1418 Melpomene Avenue
- Variance #018-20 for 3520 Dryades Street
- New business variances for 4630 Laurel Street, 9205 S. Claiborne Avenue, 457 Pine Street, and 1626 S. Carrollton Avenue
City Planning Operational Meeting
The City Planning Commission is holding an operational meeting via video/teleconference. The body will discuss special public hearing rules for meetings held remotely due to Covid-19.
- Consideration of March 2020 Minutes
- Special Public Hearing Rules for hearings held via Video/Teleconference
- Report from Executive Director
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments is holding a special meeting via teleconference. The body intends to discuss special public hearing rules for meetings held via video conference.
- Consideration of Special Public Hearing Rules for Board of Zoning Adjustments hearings held via Video Conference
Design Advisory Committee
The Design Advisory Committee is considering zoning requests for commercial and residential care facilities. The body is also reviewing design requests for library ADA improvements and a residential renovation.
- Zoning Docket 035/20: Commercial units (5,000-10,000 sq ft) at 1323-39 Magazine Street
- Zoning Docket 036/20: Residential care facility at 6400 Hayne Boulevard
- Design Review Docket 042/20: ADA improvements to library at 1401 S. Carrollton Ave
- Design Review 025/20: Renovation of existing structure at 3627 Magazine St
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider several proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Law. These include requests for conditional uses, zoning district changes, and a text amendment regarding child day care centers.
- Proposed text amendment to modify use permissions and standards for child day care centers in all non-residential zoning districts
- Request for a contractor storage yard at 11601-11621 Old Gentilly Road
- Request for a residential care facility at 6400-6464 Hayne Boulevard
- Zoning change to Suburban Neighborhood Mixed-Use District for 13860-13990 Hayne Boulevard
- Request for a large short term rental at 1421-1423 Royal Street
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on seven proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, including conditional uses for commercial establishments in residential districts, a text amendment to classify reception facilities in light industrial districts, and a city council motion to designate inclusionary zoning districts. The hearing is scheduled for March 17, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
- Conditional use for neighborhood commercial at 1201 Poland Avenue in HU-RD2 district
- Conditional use for neighborhood commercial at 2200 Rev. John Raphael Jr. Way in HU-RD2 district
- Conditional use for multi-family dwelling at 9118 Olive Street in HU-RD2 district
- Text amendment to classify 'Reception Facility' as permitted use in LI Light Industrial District
- City council motion to amend fence height requirements in Lake Terrace to 1.5 feet front, 5 feet side/rear
City Planning Commission
The City Planning Commission is reviewing several zoning changes, conditional use permits, and text amendments. The meeting includes a public hearing on a study to standardize regulations for outdoor live entertainment.
- Proposed Vieux Carré Interim Zoning District to limit building heights to existing structures or a maximum of 50 feet
- Request for a third commercial short term rental unit at 1901-1907 Sophie Wright Place and 1130 Saint Mary Street
- Proposed Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning districts based on the 2019 New Orleans Inclusionary Housing Study
- Proposed fence height requirements for Lake Terrace: 1.5 feet for front yards and 5 feet for side/rear yards
- Public hearing on the Outdoor Live Entertainment Study to standardize definitions and use standards
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments holds a public hearing on 12 variance applications (3 unfinished, 9 new) and 1 appeal of a Safety and Permits decision. Items include properties on Levy Drive, Poydras Street, Melpomene Avenue, and others. No decisions are recorded; the agenda lists only items for discussion.
- #053-19: 12000 Levy Drive, I-10 Lodging LLC (unfinished variance)
- #064-19: 2123 Poydras Street, LSU Health Foundation (unfinished variance)
- #013-20: 1418 Melpomene Avenue (unfinished variance)
- #007-20: 1511 Touro Street, appeal of Director of Safety and Permits decision
- 9 new variance applications at addresses including S. Galvez, Dryades, N. Villere, S. Lopez, Calliope, Gravier, N. St. Patrick, Iberville, and Elmira
Board of Zoning Adjustments
The Board of Zoning Adjustments is meeting to consider various variance requests regarding zoning regulations. These include proposals for building heights, parking limits, and property setbacks for residential, commercial, and educational projects.
- Request for a hotel at 12000 Levy Drive to exceed maximum parking by 25 spaces
- Request for a dormitory at 2123 Poydras Street to exceed height limits by 18 ft and allow off-site parking
- Request for a billboard at 2008 Poydras Street with setbacks and distance waivers
- Request for a warehouse at 123 State St. to reduce permeable open space to 12% and parking to 48 spaces
- Request for light poles at 2001 Leon C. Simon Drive to reach heights of 70 ft and 80 ft
City Planning Commission
The New Orleans City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on 12 proposed zoning amendments and conditional use requests. Items include a text amendment to redefine and reclassify wine shops, zoning changes for properties on North Broad Street and North Roman Street, and conditional use permits for bars, bed and breakfasts, and educational facilities. The commission will also consider an affordable housing planned development in the Central City area.
- Text amendment to redefine 'Wine Shop' and classify it as a conditional use in HU-B1 and HU-MU districts
- Zoning change from HU-RD2 to HU-B1 at 1780-1782 North Broad Street and 2540 O'Reilly Street
- Conditional use for a bar at 606 Iberville Street in CBD-2 district
- Affordable housing planned development for mixed-use at 1822-1830 Erato Street and surrounding addresses
- Conditional use for packaged alcoholic beverage retail at 1124-1126 South Carrollton Avenue