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Council overrules HDLC on several historic‑district appeals, approves additions and partial demolitions

New Orleans City Council · December 4, 2025
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Summary

The council overruled Historic District Landmarks Commission recommendations on multiple appeals, approving a second‑story addition at 821–823 4th Street, a camelback addition at 915 Jackson Avenue, and authorizing partial demolition at 2831 Levada Street; votes were recorded as unanimous where noted.

The New Orleans City Council overruled the Historic District Landmarks Commission (HDLC) and approved several appeals affecting properties in local historic districts.

On the appeal for 821–823 4th Street, HDLC staff briefed the council on the 1870 Creole cottage’s history and ARC deliberations; staff recommended denying the appeal and pursuing earlier approved two‑story options. The council overruled the HDLC and…

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