MI Zone in New Orleans, LA
MI zoning district rules in New Orleans, LA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The MI zone in New Orleans, LA is a industrial district (Light Industrial). Permits light manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial uses with minimal off-site impacts. Often serves as a buffer between heavier industrial and commercial/residential areas.
Common Permitted Uses
- Light manufacturing
- Warehousing
- Research and development
- Wholesale trade
Permits light manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial uses with minimal off-site impacts. Often serves as a buffer between heavier industrial and commercial/residential areas.
Parking Requirements
New Orleans has a robust streetcar network (St. Charles, Canal, Rampart, and Riverfront lines). Central areas near these lines benefit from reduced parking requirements. Parking scarcity in French Quarter and Marigny is significant — STR guests typically use ride-share.
Source: New Orleans Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance (CZO), Chapter 21 — Accessory Uses and Structures. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source