Monastery adaptive reuse at 720 Henry Clay Avenue
New Orleans
Summary
The Franciscan Poor Clares proposed turning their monastery into multifamily apartments, guided by a planned development overlay. The case raises questions about density, historic character, and housing along Magazine Street.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The conversion would add housing units but no public cost figures are available.
Future apartment residents and the applicant order repurposing its property.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
Zoning Docket 059/26
The short-term rental's fate is undecided — neighbors near St. Charles Avenue will have to wait for the deferred hearing.
Zoning Docket 073/26
The vacant monastery block gets new life as housing while the historic building is preserved and the courtyard opens to the public. Final approval rests with City Council.
Zoning Docket 066/26
No immediate change; the short-term rental question will come back before the commission.
Zoning Docket 070/26
Creates a new citywide pathway for studios to host performances with beverage service.
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