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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Baton Rouge public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lordia Lordia's Grove subdivision on Hooper Road
A major residential subdivision with a private street is proposed on Hooper Road. It's been deferred repeatedly, so neighbors are still waiting to see the full plan.
Heyday Baton Rouge high-density apartments near Burbank Drive
A planned unit development would bring high-density multi-family housing near Burbank Drive, paired with a Major Street Plan change shrinking the Burbank right-of-way. Both cleared the commission 9-0 and go to the council.
Bennett family property ownership dispute
Kevin Bennett, a 25% interest holder, objected to a subdivision plat at 12707 Port Hudson-Pride Road, saying he got no notice and is petitioning to partition the land. Commissioners said ownership fights are civil matters and approved the plat anyway.
Delmont Economic Development District
A new district within Baton Rouge could levy its own sales, use and hotel occupancy taxes to pay for economic development projects in the Delmont area. Introduced by Councilman Hurst; hearing August 12.
Meadowdale Drive accessory dwelling and blight cleanup
A homeowner who cleaned up a blighted corner property won approval to convert an outbuilding into an accessory dwelling. Two neighbors sent opposition messages, but no one spoke against it in person.
St. Joseph's Academy Parking Expansion
A next-door resident warned that the academy's continued growth into the Garden District brings flooding, runoff, and traffic to residential streets. The commission approved the parking plan anyway, with the applicant arguing it stays within existing campus property.