Laws governing the City of New Orleans: Home Rule Charter, Code of Ordinances and the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance.
City Laws and Ordinances
Offices defined by City charter.
City Offices
Offices defined by State law.
Parish Offices
Various boards, commissions and districts defined in both City and State law.
Boards and Commissions
NOLA 311 is New Orleans’ primary source of local government information and non-emergency services. Whether you are a local resident, visitor, or business, NOLA-311 will provide a prompt, courteous and professional customer service experience.
Submit request online or dial 311 or (504) 539-3266
March 6, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
March 6, 2026 | From New Orleans Fire Department
March 5, 2026 | From City Council
March 5, 2026 | From NOPD News
March 4, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
March 3, 2026 | From City of New Orleans
March 3, 2026 | From NOPD News
View all news
Access open City data via download or API.
Open Data at DataDriven
Growing library of dashboards tracking City dat and initiatives.
City Dashboards
View spatial City data including the popular Property Viewer and Streetwise.
Maps
View online City tools and other City websites.
Websites & apps
Do you have a complaint about the City's language and communication services?
File Complaint
Learn more about the City's language access services.
Language Services
May 23, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that all school zone traffic cameras and flashing beacons have begun being deactivated for the summer break. The process is currently under way with all devices being deactivated to coincide with the last dates that each school will be in session for this school year. All devices will be fully deactivated by July 14th. The City of New Orleans (City) anticipates reactivating these systems when schools resume in August.
May 22, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
Beginning Tuesday, May 27, The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the intersection at Mirabeau Avenue and Touro Street to begin roadway excavation in effort to finish roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for one month and will reopen approximately on June 20, 2025. Motorists will still have access to Mirabeau Avenue, eastbound and westbound lanes.
May 13, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
As of May 13, 2025, The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the 5000 and 5100 blocks Southbound Lane of Frenchmen Street to begin mill and overlay work in effort to finish roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for two weeks and will reopen approximately on May 27, 2025. Motorist traveling on Frenchmen St. will be detoured to Timoleon St. to Elysian Fields Ave. or Selma St. to Elysian Fields Ave.
May 9, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
Due to continued severe weather, the City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) has rescheduled the temporary closure of two blocks in the French Quarter to Tuesday, May 13, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., weather permitting. This work is part of the DPW773 Right of Way (ROW) Improvement Project and was originally scheduled for May 7 and May 9.
May 5, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) will temporarily close two blocks in the French Quarter on Wednesday, May 7, from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., as part of the DPW773 Right of Way (ROW) Improvement Project, weather permitting.
May 2, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
The City of New Orleans Office of Resilience and Sustainability, Department of Public Works, and New Orleans Health Department invite the public to help shape the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) New Orleans Safety Action Plan, a bold initiative to eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes on local roadways.
This Cinco de Mayo weekend, the Mayor’s Neighborhood Engagement Office is teaming up with city departments, schools, local businesses, and community organizations to host a Young Adult Career Fair designed to connect young professionals with real job opportunities, career resources, and community support — all with a festive twist! Attendees will enjoy free burritos while networking with employers and industry professionals.
April 29, 2025 | From City of New Orleans
As of April 29, the City of New Orleans Department of Public Works, in coordination with its contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the intersection of St. Anthony Avenue and Allen Toussaint Drive to begin mill and overlay work in an effort to complete roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for one week and is scheduled to reopen on or around May 6, 2025. Detoured traffic will be rerouted via Leon C. Simon Drive to Elysian Fields Avenue.
As of April 29, The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the 6000 block of Pasteur Boulevard to begin mill and overlay work in effort to finish roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for one week and will reopen approximately on May 7, 2025. Detoured traffic will be rerouted up the Northbound Lane of Pasteur Blvd. to Allen Toussaint Blvd to Elysian Fields.
As of April 29, The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works contractor, RNGD Construction, LLC, will temporarily close the 5700 block Northbound Lane of Pasteur Boulevard to begin mill and overlay work in effort to finish roadway restoration in your area. This closure is expected to remain in effect for one week and will reopen approximately on May 7. Detoured traffic will be rerouted to Burbank Drive to Elysian Fields Avenue.
Last updated: 10/7/2025 1:37:09 PM
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience. By using our website, you agree to our cookie policy.
Type an address to get zoning, district, and service information for your location
