Planning and Historic Preservation

The Quarter’s architecture plays a key role in its desirability to residents and visitors alike. FQC efforts contribute to and support the Vieux Carré Commission’s work protecting our historic buildings and way of life. Since Katrina, we’ve focused on city planning; the vote approving a Master Plan with the force of law was a major step forward.  FQC takes positions on zoning and permitting issues affecting the French Quarter supporting initiatives and uses consistent with preserving the character of the French Quarter.  The efforts of French Quarter Citizens  has played a strong and supportive role to promote revitalization  to enhance the residential quality of life in the French Quarter, its historical character and architecture. The present residents of are struggling to maintain the Vieux Carré and the preservation challenge is constant for these dedicated persons. French Quarter Citizens for Preservation welcomes support from people who feel that the French Quarter, our national treasure called the Vieux Carré is worth saving.