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NEWORLEANSlocal legislationPublic Hearing

Zoning Request for Short-Term Rental at 8112 Breakwater Drive

Original title: a. LEGISLATIVE GROUPING - ZONING DOCKET NO. 22/26 - JAMES T. CALI AND AIMEE C. CALI Brief: Requesting a conditional use to permit a commercial short-term rental in an S-LM Lake Area Marina District and the Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District, Boathouse #84, whose dimensions are 25 feet fronting on Breakwater Drive, and 25 feet fronting on the water and 80 feet in length from the street-side boundary, within the Municipal Yacht Harbor Marina of Lake Pontchartrain (Municipal Address(es): 8112 Breakwater Drive). The recommendation of the City Planning Commission being “FOR APPROVAL”, subject to two (2) provisos. Annotation: (Cm. McCarron, Cn. Deadline 7/20/26). HEARING HELD.

Record date · June 4, 2026

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What This Bill Does

James T. and Aimee C. Cali are seeking a permit to operate a commercial short-term rental at Boathouse #84 in the Municipal Yacht Harbor Marina. The City Planning Commission has recommended approval of the request, provided two specific conditions are met.

Why it matters

This decision determines whether a specific property in the Municipal Yacht Harbor Marina can legally operate as a commercial short-term rental, setting a precedent for land use in the S-LM Lake Area Marina District.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

James T. and Aimee C. Cali

They are the applicants seeking the conditional use permit for their property.

Indirectly affected

Municipal Yacht Harbor Marina residents

They may be affected by changes in land use and commercial activity within the marina district.

Key Facts

  • The applicants are requesting a conditional use permit for a commercial short-term rental.
  • The property is located at 8112 Breakwater Drive, identified as Boathouse #84.
  • The property is situated within the S-LM Lake Area Marina District and the Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District.
  • The boathouse dimensions are 25 feet fronting on Breakwater Drive, 25 feet fronting on the water, and 80 feet in length.
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  • The City Planning Commission has issued a recommendation of 'FOR APPROVAL'.
  • The approval is subject to two specific provisos.
  • A public hearing regarding this docket has been held.
  • The legislative deadline for this item is July 20, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is being proposed for Boathouse #84?
The owners are seeking permission to operate the property as a commercial short-term rental.
Has the city already approved this request?
The City Planning Commission has recommended approval, but the request is subject to two conditions and is currently part of the City Council's legislative process.

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Interim Zoning Usage

The use of a 'Transient Lodging Interim Zoning District' indicates the city is actively managing short-term rental growth through temporary regulatory frameworks.

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Connected Entities

James T. Cali, City Planning Commission, 8112 Breakwater Drive and 2 more
PersonJames T. Cali“Applicant for the conditional use permit.”Map →
OrganizationCity Planning Commission“Recommended approval of the zoning docket.”Map →
location8112 Breakwater Drive“The physical address of the property in question (Boathouse #84).”Map →
PersonMcCarron“Council member associated with the legislative grouping.”Map →
PersonAimee C. Cali“Applicant for the conditional use permit.”Map →

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