Jefferson Parish announces creation of design district
According to Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission officials, the area is already home to various design-related businesses. The Jefferson Parish Council approved the formation of the district in June. It is centered around Jefferson Highway and extends from River Road to Earhart Expressway between Monticello and Brooklyn Avenues.
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Officials said this designation enables property tax incentives, provides access to capital through JEDCO and encourages long-term investment by design businesses of all sizes.
Karin Nelson, owner of Design Center New Orleans, approached JEDCO with the idea to officially designate the 230-acre area as a hub for design. JEDCO rallied support for the project by adding it into Jefferson 2025, Jefferson Parish's long-term economic development strategy plan.
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'Louisiana has a lengthy and rich design history and we are surrounded by a vibrant design community,' Nelson said. 'With the designation of this design district, the goal is for Old Jefferson to become a design destination, attracting new businesses of all kinds to support and help our talented designers grow their companies.'
Officials said the council is scheduled to ratify the area as an Economic Development District, which will allow property owners within the district to access property tax abatements through the Restoration Tax Abatement program.Stormy by day with Super BUCK Moon by night for Thursday
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