DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 565 Original 2024 Regular Session Knox
Abstract: Provides relative to construction work on historic buildings owned by the state or a
parish or municipality.
Proposed law provides that in addition to all other applicable provisions of law, when the state or
a parish or municipality undertakes restoration, renovation, or other construction work performed
on property that is designated as a landmark or located within a historic district, the following also
apply:
(1)All such work shall adhere to guidelines and best practices outlined by the state historic
preservation office and the Dept. of the Interior. No such work shall be undertaken on
critical elements of our architectural and cultural heritage without compliance with
preservation guidelines and consultation with qualified preservation professionals.
(2)All such work shall comply with the secretary of the Dept. of the Interior's Standards for
Rehabilitation and other relevant preservation best practices.
(3)The entity undertaking the work shall solicit advice and guidance from the state historic
preservation officer, the local historic districts landmark commission, and other preservation
experts.
(4)The entity undertaking the work shall notify the legislators representing the districts in which
the property is located.
(5)The entity undertaking the work shall hold a public hearing to solicit public comment on the
design of and plan for the renovation or other construction.
(6)The state historic preservation officer may issue a cease and desist order for any work being
planned or executed that is not in compliance with proposed law. He may also impose or
seek imposition of any applicable fines or penalties.
Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 25:747)