LOCAL GOVERNMENT: Provides relative to renovations of certain property in historic preservation districts

HB 410 requires state, parish, or municipal entities to follow specific preservation guidelines when renovating public property (like buildings or structures) designated as landmarks or historically significant within Louisiana’s historic preservation districts. Projects exceeding $200,000 in value must comply with federal Secretary of Interior Standards or obtain a "certificate of appropriateness," and must involve consultation with preservation experts. Before starting such work, the entity must notify local legislators and the historic district commission, which may review the project within 30 days and require a public hearing. The law applies prospectively from August 1, 2025, and exempts emergency repairs from the review process.