Historic preservation in Louisiana local government
What Louisiana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about historic preservation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
53 Louisiana meetings since 2024 covered historic preservation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Louisiana with the most historic preservation activity
- Kenner, LA (11)
- Gretna, LA (11)
- Baton Rouge, LA (10)
- Baker, LA (6)
- Oakgrove, LA (5)
- New Orleans, LA (5)
- DeRidder, LA (2)
- Ascension Parish School Board, LA (1)
- Washington, LA (1)
- West Monroe, LA (1)
Latest matching meetings
Public hearing on historic zoning code overhaul; council vacancy declared
The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading for Ordinance 1457, which repeals and amends several prior ordinances to update historical zoning regulations. The council will also accept the resignation of Council Member Darryl Watson, creating a vacancy in Seat 4, and consider entering…
City to consider updates to historical zoning regulations
The Board of Mayor and Council will hold a public hearing to discuss Ordinance No. 1457. This ordinance aims to clarify guidelines and amend existing regulations within the city's Historical Zoning Area.
July 7 Historic District Design Commission meeting cancelled
The meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026, has been cancelled. There are no cases to be heard at this time.
Historic District Commission reviews property modifications and stop work orders
The Historic District Commission is meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for various property improvements. The body will also address stop work orders for renovations at three Jefferson Street addresses.
Gretna Historic District Commission reviews 13 property requests
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider 13 requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding additions, new construction, windows, and demolitions across various historic properties.
Demolition by neglect hearings for two historic properties
The Historic Preservation Commission holds public hearings on two demolition by neglect cases deferred from May: 645 North 8th Street and 764 Spanish Town Road. They will also consider a certificate of appropriateness for a project at 999 North 9th Street. A request to defer the item for 438 & 442 Main Street to…
Commission to consider subdivision plans and updates to development codes
The Commission will review several land resubdivision requests for the Louisiana Trace and Kenner subdivisions. They are also considering amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding fencing, telecommunications towers, and mural regulations in the Rivertown Historic District.
Council will adopt the 2026‑2027 fiscal year budget ordinance
The Oakgrove City Council will vote to adopt the Budget Ordinance for fiscal year 2026‑2027 and approve May financial statements and bills. The meeting also includes hiring decisions for the water/sewer department, applications for changes in the Historic District, and discussion of a utility policy for rental…
Historical zoning guidelines update heads to city council
The Planning Commission will review two major final plats (Jackson Heights re-division and Sophia's Place Section 2), two site plans (North Locust Office Building and Sheds365), and an update to historical zoning guidelines to be sent to the City Council.
Committee to review restoration and expansion of 38 Public Square
The Historic Zoning Commission will review a proposal to restore and rehabilitate a building at 38 Public Square. The project involves facade repairs and the addition of a two-story structure to house a restaurant and boutique hotel.
Kenner Historic District Design Commission meeting cancelled
The City of Kenner Historic District Design Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, has been cancelled. No cases are scheduled for this date.
Council to adopt FY2026-27 budget and tax rate
The Lawrenceburg City Council will hold first readings on two ordinances: adopting the annual budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year, and amending historical zoning regulations. The council will also vote on resolutions to transfer property from the utility system to the fire department and authorize…
Historic commission to rule on property alterations and demolition-by-neglect cases
The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings on several agenda items related to historic property alterations and demolition-by-neglect. They will consider approval of certificates of appropriateness for 645 North 8th Street and 764 Spanish Town Road. Several demolition-by-neglect cases from previous…
Oakgrove Council to consider adding short-term rentals to R-1 residential zoning
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the zoning ordinance to allow bed and breakfasts and short-term rentals as special uses in R-1 districts. The body will also introduce the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget ordinance and review a budget revision for the current year.
Historic Zoning Commission to review signage and district guidelines
The Historic Zoning Commission will meet to consider a signage application for Jess Wright at 110 N Military Ave and to discuss proposed revisions to the Historic District Guidelines.
Meeting cancelled, no cases scheduled.
This Historic District Design Commission meeting was cancelled. No cases were listed for this date.
Historic District Commission to review building permits and renovations
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider issuing Certificates of Appropriateness for various exterior modifications, including sheds, windows, and signs, at addresses across the city. The meeting will also address a preliminary conference for a residential renovation and review previously approved…
Historic District Commission reviews 9 Certificates of Appropriateness
The Historic District Commission is meeting to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for various property modifications. The body will consider applications for renovations, installations, and deviations from previously approved plans.
Historic District Commission to review 5 property repair requests
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider Certificate of Appropriateness requests for repairs and renovations at five properties across Districts 1 and 2. The body will also hear from applicants regarding reinstating an expired approval.
Historic District Commission reviews property permits and renovations
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider requests for Certificates of Appropriateness and a demolition permit for properties on Huey P. Long Avenue, Anson Street, and Amelia Street. The agenda includes a request for renovations at 740 Third Street.
Council to vote on citywide short-term rental/hotel zoning restrictions
The New Orleans City Council will consider several major zoning changes and budget amendments. A key item is creating a Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District that would require conditional use approval for hotels, hostels, and short-term rentals citywide. Other zoning items include defining shipping container…
Oak Grove Council to discuss zoning amendments and historic district changes
The City Council will review a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance and an application for changes within the Historic District. The body will also consider personnel appointments and equipment transfers between funds.
Council to vote on hotel rezoning with live entertainment on Dumaine St
The council will consider zoning changes to allow a hotel with outdoor live entertainment in the Marigny/Tremé/Bywater area, and amendments to classify contractor storage yards as conditional uses in maritime districts. They will also receive reports on utility rate adjustments for April 2026, appeals of HDLC…
Commission to review historic district properties and grants
The DeRidder Commercial Historic District Advisory Commission will discuss available properties in the historic district, explore Main Street grant opportunities, and receive an update on Main Street training. No official action will be taken at this meeting.
Meeting canceled, no decisions made
This meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.
Historic District Design Commission meeting cancelled
The April 7, 2026 meeting of the Kenner Historic District Design Commission has been cancelled due to no cases to consider. No items will be discussed or decided.
Historic Preservation Commission defers three demolition by neglect cases
The commission held public hearings regarding demolition by neglect for three properties. All three items were deferred to April 8, 2026.
Committee reviews Worthy Street Property and historical plaque
The Ascension Parish School Board's Facilities and Operations Committee met to consider two action items: the Worthy Street Property and a historical plaque for Prairieville Middle School. Both motions carried unanimously with one abstention.
Historic District Design Commission meeting cancelled
The City of Kenner Historic District Design Commission meeting scheduled for March 3, 2026, has been cancelled. No cases were scheduled for this date.
City Council to review utility adjustments and civil service pay plan amendments
The City Council will receive reports on electric and gas utility adjustments for February 2026. The body is also considering amendments to the Classified Pay Plan for Parks and Parkways, Cybersecurity, and Sewerage and Water Board operational technology systems.
Historic Preservation Commission approves Longwood Plantation application
The Baton Rouge Historic Preservation Commission met on February 11, 2026 to conduct public hearings. The commission approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Longwood Plantation application (15417 River Road) by a 5‑0 vote. Staff updates, commissioner comments, and…
Commission votes on new chairperson and a trolley‑car coffee stand proposal
The Historic District Design Commission will vote to elect a new chairperson and vice‑chairperson and adopt its April 1 2025 meeting minutes. It will also consider proposal HDDC‑1‑26 to install a trolley‑car coffee stand on the Short Street right‑of‑way at 501 Williams Boulevard in the Rivertown Historic District.
Council to vote on confirming new City Attorney and Health Director
The City Council will consider confirming Charline Gipson as City Attorney and Jennifer Avegno as Director of Human Services, along with several other board appointments. The consent agenda includes receiving reports on utility matters, encampment cleanups, and board attendance, as well as an appeal of a Historic…
Council to approve $372,536 engineering agreement amendment for St. Jude Sewer upgrades
The Kenner City Council will consider several contracts and appointments. Items include a $372,536 amendment to the engineering agreement for the St. Jude Sewer Station upgrades, purchases for electrical work at Fassbender Center and furniture for Fire Station 38, and an emergency repair at the Wastewater Treatment…
Commission votes on demolition‑by‑neglect findings for three historic properties
The Historic Preservation Commission met on January 14, 2026, held public hearings and elected its officers. It approved the 2026 meeting dates and the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting. The commission made preliminary findings of demolition by neglect for 631 Lakeland Drive and 645 North 8th Street, and…
Council to reconsider Mayor Cantrell's veto of Ordinance No. 30550
The City Council will consider overriding Mayor Cantrell's veto of an ordinance, approve key appointments for the incoming mayor-elect, and hear appeals of Historic District Landmarks Commission decisions on several properties. The agenda also includes consent items such as utility rate adjustments, zoning dockets…
Historic District Design Commission meeting cancelled, no agenda items
The Historic District Design Commission meeting scheduled for Jan 6, 2026 was cancelled. No cases or agenda items were listed for this date.
Historic District Commission reviews property modifications and new construction
The Commission is meeting to review and decide on Certificates of Appropriateness for various property changes. Requests include signs, repairs, and structural modifications within the historic districts.
Historic District Commission reviews property modifications
The commission is reviewing requests for Certificates of Appropriateness for four properties. One property is scheduled for discussion regarding new construction and demolition.
Council to discuss alcohol beverage permit for Richard’s Soul Kitchen LLC
The Town of Washington Council will meet to review November 2025 financials and discuss an alcohol beverage permit. The body will also consider the appointment of a part-time police officer.