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West Rigolets Lighthouse reconstruction

A landowner wants to rebuild the historic lighthouse destroyed in Katrina, plus two fishing camps as short-term rentals, on land eroding into Lake Pontchartrain. The Commission sided with him over staff objections that the site is zoned for natural areas.

2 mentions (2 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026

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St. Charles Avenue bed and breakfast dispute

Neighbors testified the Esplanade bed and breakfast draws crowds of 15-20 people despite a five-room license, with noise, pool and hot tub parties, and yard encroachment. The commission denied the expansion to seven rooms.

5 mentions (4 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026