RÉSUMÉ DIGEST
ACT 400 (HB 785) 2016 Regular Session Leopold
New law authorizes the governing authority of any parish with a population of not less than
275,000 persons and not more than 445,000 persons to create, by ordinance, a neighborhood
improvement and beautification district within any neighborhood located within the parish
to promote and encourage the improvement, beautification, and overall betterment of the
neighborhood and aid its residents by maintaining property values, increasing the tax base,
fostering economic growth, and providing for recreational activities.
New law requires the parish governing authority to provide, in the ordinance creating the
district, for its name, boundaries, governance, and powers and duties, including the authority
to impose taxes or fees within the district, subject to voter approval. Provides that the parish
governing authority may grant to the district the power to perform any function appropriate
for achieving the purpose of the district, including acquiring property located within the
district. However, prohibits the district from acquiring property by expropriation and using
district funds for security enhancements.
Effective August 1, 2016.
(Adds R.S. 33:9099.3)