Florida Boulevard rezoning and Old Hammond Highway flooding and traffic
Baton Rouge
Summary
Neighbors from Riverview Drive opposed rezoning 17060 Florida Boulevard to commercial, citing 2016 flood losses, a drainage ditch through the property, potential fuel tanks, and brutal traffic on two-lane Old Hammond Highway. The commission deferred the case so the applicant can consider dropping the Old Hammond frontage.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Flooding and drainage concerns could affect property values and insurance for Riverview Drive residents.
The property owner, who wants zoning matching adjacent commercial parcels.
Riverview Drive residents fear more flooding, traffic, and a door opening to heavier commercial development.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
Case 29-26 — 7122 Florida Boulevard
A restaurant serving alcohol can now operate at the Florida Boulevard site east of Croydon Avenue.
PA-5-26 / Case 28-26 — 17060 Florida Boulevard
Opens the door for commercial development on a mostly flood-zone parcel near Stevendale; neighbors worry about a gas station and traffic.
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