Top Permits: $9.3M Entergy Re-energization Project Underway in Mid-City
The latest review of commercial and residential construction permits in New Orleans covers the period from October 24 to November 6, according to data provided by ELIFIN (contact: 800-895-9329).
Major Infrastructure and Development Updates
- Entergy initiates a $9.3 million re-energization project in Mid-City, reinforcing local energy infrastructure.
- Wesley Barrow Stadium receives $1.4 million in enhancements, featuring new turf, a modern scoreboard, and other improvements.
- New Orleans voters consider a $45 million bond proposal to support affordable housing through the Housing Trust initiative.
- Avondale Global Gateway completes a landmark cleanup, officially declaring its historic shipyard asbestos-free and strengthening local employment and commerce.
- A $32.4 million flood resilience and historical restoration project begins at the Willie Hall site, marking a key investment in environmental adaptation.
- The Orleans Parish School Board finalizes the sale of four surplus properties for nearly $3 million, including the noteworthy Rabouin building.
Additional Local Developments
Top home sales from October 26 to November 1 highlight strong residential demand across the region. Meanwhile, ongoing challenges in the travel sector persist as the FAA extends flight reductions amid staffing shortages.
"New Orleans continues to invest strategically in both infrastructure and community development, balancing modernization with preservation."
Author’s Summary: New Orleans advances multiple multi-million-dollar projects, blending infrastructure renewal with community resilience and economic revitalization.
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New Orleans CityBusiness — 2025-11-10