Mayor Cantrell Underscores Importance of Blight Eradication with Cindy Place Demolition

September 9, 2020

Mayor LaToya Cantrell joined other officials to mark the demolition of Cindy Place, an abandoned four-building apartment complex in New Orleans East that has been a magnet for a range of criminal activities for many years.

Heavy equipment demolishing building
Heavy equipment removing buildings at Cindy Place Apartments. Photo Credit: City of New Orleans

For years, Cindy Place has been cited for activities such as drug sales, prostitution and illegal dumping that have adversely impacted the quality of life in the area. Along with this demolition, there will be a comprehensive cleanup within the immediate area. The City sees these efforts as not only stabilizing the area but also priming it for potential redevelopment for affordable housing units.  Read more.

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