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The Historic District Landmarks Commission (HDLC) is the City's regulatory agency for local historic districts outside of the Vieux Carre. Established in 1976, this agency provides the staff and office space for the two Commissions, the New Orleans Historic District Landmarks Commission and the Central Business District Historic District Landmarks Commission .
The two Historic District Landmarks Commissions safeguard the heritage of the City by preserving and regulating historic landmarks and districts which reflect elements of its cultural, social, economic, political and architectural history. They preserve and enhance the quality of neighborhoods, strengthening the City's economic base, stimulating the tourist industry, improving property values, fostering economic development, and encouraging growth.
Office hours:
Due to the budget shortfall, the HDLC will be open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Historic District Landmarks Commission
1340 Poydras St., Suite 1152
New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
phone: (504) 658-7040
fax: (504) 658-3802
C. Elliott Perkins, Executive Director / C. Ray Nagin, Mayor
Bulletins: Central City Landmark Designation Information Session: March 10, 2010, 7:00 p.m., Dryades YMCA Cafeteria, 2220 O.C. Haley Boulevard. Over 100 properties located in Central City are being heard for Landmark Designation. This information session is being held to familiarize effected property owners and neighbors with the designation process, the impact of designation on their property and the economic benefits. Contact the staff at 658-7040 for more information. Click here to review the Central City landmark designations report. Design Guidelines: The New Orleans and CBD HDLCs are currently reworking their design guidelines. Chapters are being made available to the public for review and comment. Please contact Nicole Hernandez at 658-7050 or nlhernandez@cityofno.com to join the Google Group to review and comment on the drafts. Copies of the drafts may be picked up from the office. Design Guidelines Public Hearing: Tuesday, May 11, 2010, City Council Chamber. The New Orleans and CBD HDLCs will hold a public hearing for review and comment on the completed chapters of the proposed new design guidelines. Attendance is encouraged. This hearing will also be televised on cable channel 6. Office Hours: Due to budget constraints, as of January 1, 2010, City of New Orleans Offices will be closed on Fridays. The HDLC is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Please call your plans examiner to make an appointment.
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