Vieux Carré Commission Topics

Browse our department's topics to learn about the key areas and subjects we cover.

Application Process

Design Guidelines

The VCC has developed specialized checklists that extract key information from their comprehensive design guidelines, organizing requirements by specific building types to make the permitting process more accessible and predictable for applicants.

Report a VCC Property

Complaints or concerns about work to the exterior of a property in the French Quarter can be submitted through this web-form. We encourage you to visit onestopapp.nola.gov to search the City's permitting and licensing database to find out if there are any active approvals which may provide additional information.

VCC Enforcement

VCC enforcement has a role to play in:

improving quality of life for all residents
protecting property values and neighborhood character
stimulating tourism and economic development
creating safer, healthier neighborhoods

Vieux Carré Boundaries & Building Designations

The City of New Orleans contains multiple historic districts, but the Vieux Carré Commission (VCC) specifically oversees the French Quarter area shown on the map below. This historic district is bounded by Iberville Street, North Rampart Street, Esplanade Avenue, and the Mississippi River.

Vieux Carré Resources

Helpful links to other resources the property in the Vieux Carré

Vieux Carré Virtual Library

The Vieux Carré Virtual Library is a map-based electronic archive of countless Vieux Carré Commission images, documents, and records. It is designed to preserve historic artifacts from deterioration and natural disaster, while also connecting the public to the inner archives of the VCC as an integrative educational and planning resource.

Search and Find Permits

Brake & Bike Tags

Contractor Info For Residents

Permits & Licenses

Permitting Help & Support