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MUNI-NEWORLEANS COUNTYlocal legislationConsent Agenda

Appeal Regarding Ridge Tile Removal at 823-825 Atlantic Avenue

Original title: COMMUNICATION - FROM DARLEEN M. JACOBS, J.D. Brief: Requesting to appeal the Historic District Landmarks Commission’s decision of denial of the retention of the removal of ridge tiles at a Contributing rated, one-story, two-family residential building without a Certificate of Appropriateness for property located at 823-825 Atlantic Avenue. Annotation: RECEIVED. (Hearing Date Set For 5/7/26).

April 23, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The City Council will hold a hearing on May 7, 2026, to decide whether the property owner may retain the current state of the roof or must restore the removed to comply with historic district standards.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property Owner of 823-825 Atlantic Avenue

The owner is seeking permission to retain the current roof configuration without replacing the removed ridge tiles.

Historic District Landmarks Commission

The Commission's previous decision to deny the retention of the removed tiles is being challenged by this appeal.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 23, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Darleen M. Jacobs, J.D., has filed an appeal with the City Council to challenge the Historic District Landmarks Commission's denial of a request to keep removed from a historic property. The property, located at 823-825 Atlantic Avenue, is a contributing historic building that had the tiles removed without the required .

Key Facts

  • The City Council has scheduled a hearing for May 7, 2026, regarding this appeal.
  • The appeal challenges the Historic District Landmarks Commission's denial of a request to retain removed ridge tiles.
  • The property at 823-825 Atlantic Avenue is classified as a 'Contributing' rated building within a historic district.
  • The ridge tiles were removed from the building without obtaining a Certificate of Appropriateness.
  • The building is a one-story, two-family residential structure.
  • The communication was introduced to the City Council on April 14, 2026.
  • The item is currently listed under the Consent Agenda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate of Appropriateness?
It is a formal permit required in historic districts before making exterior changes to a property to ensure the work aligns with historic preservation standards.
What does 'Contributing' rated mean?
It means the building is recognized as adding to the historic character of the district, which subjects it to stricter regulations regarding exterior modifications.
Can I attend the hearing?
The document indicates a hearing date is set for May 7, 2026; you should check the City Council's official meeting schedule for location and public participation details.

Why It Matters

The City Council will hold a hearing on May 7, 2026, to decide whether the property owner may retain the current state of the roof or must restore the removed to comply with historic district standards.

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Historic Preservation Enforcement

The document highlights the strict enforcement of historic district rules, where even minor exterior changes like ridge tile removal require prior approval.

Historic District Landmarks Commission

Connected Entities

personDarleen M. Jacobs, J.D.“The individual filing the appeal on behalf of the property owner.”Map →
organizationHistoric District Landmarks Commission“The body that originally denied the request to retain the removed ridge tiles.”Map →
otherTMP-2204“The file number for this specific communication.”Map →
location823-825 Atlantic Avenue“The address of the property subject to the historic preservation appeal.”Map →

Sources

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webapi.legistar.com

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