# Building permits at 516 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA

20 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 10: All paint colors to match existing. New Orleans publishes permits without map coordinates, so this address has no map and no quarter-mile list.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2026 | Alteration or repair | All paint colors to match existing | Not listed | [26-09785-VCPNT](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/26-09785-VCPNT/) |
| Nov 14, 2024 | Fence, wall or deck | new 14x12 canopy / stage in rear courtyard to replace existing unpermitted 20x20 canopy in center courtyard. | $15,000 | [24-07347-ACCS](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-07347-ACCS/) |
| Aug 2, 2024 | Demolition | Demolish unpermitted 20' x 20' canopy structure in mid-courtyard and install new 12' x 14' canopy at rear of courtyard, 07/17/2024 Commission approval and materials stamped VCC approved 08/02/2024. Note: separate paint permit application to be submitted for vcc review | Not listed | [24-07347-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-07347-VCGEN/) |
| Jun 13, 2024 | Electrical | To abate violations cited in VCC case #21-08600-VCCNOP, per attached materials stamped VCC approved 06/14/2024: Remove vegetation from masonry. Cut vegetation down and apply a weed and grass killer. Remove dead roots after 1-2 days. Install new VCC mortar (formula attached) as needed where deteriora | Not listed | [24-08844-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-08844-VCGEN/) |
| May 20, 2024 | Sign | Manufacture (1) Double Sided Hanging Neon Sign | Not listed | [24-11923-SATT](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-11923-SATT/) |
| May 6, 2024 | Sign | To install one (1) double-faced neon sign to read "The Swamp" per drawings stamped VCC approved 05/06/2024: • Sign will measure:46" x 48" x 1'-2" • Sign will hang perpendicular to the street, centered above the door • Sign will hang from chains • Sign will have a black background with green neon let | Not listed | [24-11923-VCSGN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-11923-VCSGN/) |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Roofing | Remove existing roofing material Repair and/or replace underlayment as necessary Install new12" x 18" natural slate (grey/green), using copper nails Install new half round copper gutters, leaderheads, and flashing, all to match existing dimensions. Install new copper downspouts, except front downspo | $171,228 | [24-08842-RNVN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-08842-RNVN/) |
| Mar 28, 2024 | Roofing | Remove existing roofing material Repair and/or replace underlayment as necessary Install new12" x 18" natural slate (grey/green), using copper nails Install new half round copper gutters, leaderheads, and flashing, all to match existing dimensions. Install new copper downspouts, except front downspo | Not listed | [24-08842-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/24-08842-VCGEN/) |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Sign | new sign installed as per approved plans. | Not listed | [23-07129-SATT](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/23-07129-SATT/) |
| Oct 30, 2023 | Sign | To install one (1) double-faced neon sign to read "Bourbon Live", "Music Drinks Courtyard" per drawings stamped VCC approved 10/30/2023: • Sign will measure: 50" x 42" x 18" thick • Sign will hang perpendicular to the street, centered above the main entrance door. • Sign will hang from chains from b | Not listed | [23-07129-VCSGN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/23-07129-VCSGN/) |
| Oct 19, 2023 | Alteration or repair | Remove deteriorated floorboards, stringers, and fascia boards. Install new 3"x4" beaded stringers, 5/4x4 wood T&G floorboards, and 7/8" fascia with ½" bead, all as per VCC Standard Detail Sheet No. 12 (attached). Paint top and sides of decking: medium gray, semigloss. Paint underside of decking, fas | Not listed | [23-19568-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/23-19568-VCGEN/) |
| Apr 29, 2022 | Electrical | ALL UNPERMITTED SECURITY CAMERAS MUST BE REMOVED To install two(2) NEW Dome cameras mounted to underside of gallery per cut sheet submitted 04/08/22 & stamped VCC approved 04/29/22. the cameras will face the entrance and will replace the existing unpermitted cameras. Cameras shall be painted white t | $200 | [22-11497-VCCAM](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/22-11497-VCCAM/) |
| Feb 5, 2021 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Interior painting, tile repair, replace or repair new stainless behind hood, repair broken section of bar top, build new back bar with wood top, replace grid ceilings both kitchen and over bar, refinish wood floor upstairs bar area, remove all construction trash and leave broom swept. | Not listed | [21-02652-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/21-02652-VCGEN/) |
| Feb 5, 2021 | Alteration or repair | Interior painting, tile repair, replace or repair new stainless behind hood, repair broken section of bar top, build new back bar with wood top, replace grid ceilings both kitchen and over bar, refinish wood floor upstairs bar area, remove all construction trash and leave broom swept. | $40,000 | [21-02652-RNVN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/21-02652-RNVN/) |
| Jan 29, 2020 | Alteration or repair | Paint windows/trim....white Shutters...French Quarter Green | Not listed | [20-90031-VCPNT](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/20-90031-VCPNT/) |
| Mar 26, 2018 | Plumbing | Utility (Entergy Gas) work required to convert customer onto new High Pressure gas lines being installed with City Reconstruction Project. A gas service line will be installed from sidewalk base and elbow into building for gas supply. An iron curb valve access port will be installed at sidewalk surf | Not listed | [18-09845-VCPNT](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/18-09845-VCPNT/) |
| Apr 27, 2017 | Alteration or repair | Repointing of masonry wall at second floor in between windows on the St Louis elevation of main building using Vieux Carre mortar formula (see attatched) per photograph stamped VCC appoved 4/27/17. All reinstalled masonry must be properly "toothed in" to existing masonry wall, using VCC mortar formu | Not listed | [17-00428-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/17-00428-VCGEN/) |
| Jul 7, 2016 | Fence, wall or deck | Resolution of existing violations, per drawings and materials stamped VCC approved 07/07/17, including but not limited to: Remove four (4) existing wall mounted lights and wires, installed on the St. Louis side of 508 Bourbon. Install three (3) new Remcraft 1100 series lamps, mounted to wall at 8'-0 | Not listed | [16-01019-VCGEN](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/16-01019-VCGEN/) |
| Apr 10, 2012 | Electrical | Work Descripton: UPGRADE- 12COM-00411 Historical Import Type: Permits Electrical Commercial Service-Circuits-Feeders User: DMFOLEY Tracking: 86159994240 Status: Permit Issuance Active Status Date: 4/10/2012 12:00:00 AM Owner: Owner Address: 1912 Bonnie St, Metairie, LA 70001 Owner Edited By: 4/10/20 | Not listed | [12ELC-03967](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/12ELC-03967/) |
| Apr 4, 2012 | Alteration or repair | Work descripton: construction of a 20'x20' long covered wood stage on wall of existing courtyard of bar as per sketch, vccp-12-0217, and architect letter. (508-16) Historical Import Type: Permits Commercial Addition (Under 50%) NA User: CCROSS Tracking: 86130531336 Status: Permit Issuance Active Sta | $4,500 | [12COM-00411](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/permit/12COM-00411/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

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## More on this street

Other addresses on Bourbon St with permits, nearest house number first:

- [520 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/520-bourbon-st/): newest permit Jun 18, 2025
- [511 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/511-bourbon-st/): newest permit Nov 5, 2025
- [522 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/522-bourbon-st/): newest permit Apr 27, 2026
- [508 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/508-bourbon-st/): newest permit Dec 20, 2024
- [526 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/526-bourbon-st/): newest permit Oct 9, 2025
- [500 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/500-bourbon-st/): newest permit Sep 21, 2026
- [532 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/532-bourbon-st/): newest permit Jun 20, 2025
- [540 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/540-bourbon-st/): newest permit Apr 16, 2025
- [541 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/541-bourbon-st/): newest permit Aug 17, 2026
- [490 Bourbon St](https://nearbypermits.com/new-orleans/address/490-bourbon-st/): newest permit Mar 20, 2025

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