New Code / Historic Reconstruction

CIG-6

Observation

Historic reconstruction is hindered where lots have been consolidated.

Discussion

An instance of this phenomenon involves the placement of two houses on Maximillian Street on a site that, according to the historical pattern, should have held four houses. Because the lots had been consolidated, it was impossible to re-subdivide the properties into lots conforming to the historic fabric.

Recommendation

The zoning code must allow lots to be subdivided as-of-right to match the historic patterns around it. Typically, the original layout subdivision requires lots as small as 16 ft. and 32 ft. wide.

Responsibility

Plan Baton Rouge

Project Status

This was adopted in October 2000.

Implementation

Explanation of Terms


Product

New Code Provision

Responsibility

PBR

Implementing Agent

PC & MC

Feasibility Analysis

PD

Initial Financing

Unnecessary

Project Financing

Existing resources

Timing

P1