Programs

The Department of Code Enforcement (DCE) utilizes a variety of programs and project initiatives to encourage building code compliance. Working with other city departments, DCE aims to provide holistic and impactful solutions to mitigate blight in New Orleans.

Lien Reduction

The Department of Code Enforcement (DCE) has a Lien Reduction Program to provide relief to property owners who have done significant work in abating violations.  The goal is complete compliance with the Minimum Property Maintenance ordinance. Some significant updates have occurred in our lien reduction process.

Read more

Chapter 66 Lot Abatement Program

The City of New Orleans’ can cut the grass on private property when the owners’ fail to do so.

Read more

Graffiti Abatement

The City of New Orleans has launched a graffiti abatement initiative designed to address the city's long-standing issues with graffiti vandalism.

Read more

Mow to Own Program

The Mow-to-Own, Good Neighbor Opportunity Program empowers adjacent property owners to acquire qualifying properties adjudicated to the City of New Orleans.

Download the Proposed Regulations 

Read more