5 Necessary Revisions to the CPC Staff Report
A list of recommendations VCPORA identified with Jane Place Neighborhood Sustainability Initiative, along with various neighborhood and housing advocacy organizations
Advocacy Update: E-Scooter Ordinance
In 2018, the City adopted a policy prohibiting the roll-out of an app-based, e-scooter program. These are the ones that you can walk up to, scan a code on your phone for immediate payment, then ride from there. As the e-scooter craze was taking over the nation, City...Parklets – Moving from Temporary to Permanent?
On Tuesday, April 26, the City Planning Commission will take up CZO recommendations to make the temporary parklet program a permanent fixture in New Orleans. You can read more about our stance on parklets here.
District C Candidate Interviews
To assist our members in City Council District C, we have interviewed all seven candidates to understand their goals and priorities for the French Quarter and the City at large. We have transcribed these interviews and they are now available here.Willie’s Chicken Shack Civil District Court Appeal
Help us uphold existing, community-crafted land use regulation, and maintain the integrity of the French Quarter by donating to our lawsuit.
“Reimagining the French Quarter” – An Analysis of Outdoor Seating & Pedestrianization Proposals
Read our analysis of the “Reimagining the French Quarter” outdoor seating and pedestrianization proposals.
COVID-19 Resources
VCPORA is closely monitoring the ongoing public health crisis associated with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, as labeled by the World Health Organization.
5G Wireless Cell Phone Towers in the French Quarter
Cell phone carriers have proposed installing new 35 to 40 foot 5G cell towers within the French Quarter.
Support our appeal against Fast Food Restaurants in the French Quarter!
VCPORA has filed a formal appeal with the Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA) challenging the determination made by Safety and Permits that the newly opened Willie’s Chicken Shack at 601 Chartres Street is allowed per the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO).
Revisions to the Alcohol Beverage Outlet Ordinance Pass
New ABO regulations are on the way soon. Click here for a brief overview of what we now know.
Final STR Vote
New Short Term Rental regulations are on the way soon. Click here for a brief overview of what we now know.
Short Term Rentals Update
New Short Term Rental regulations are on the way soon. Click here for a brief overview of what we now know.
