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Vacant La Quinta Hotel set to be demolished on Monday

Lafayette Consolidated Government will demolish the vacant La Quinta hotel property located at 2100 NE Evangeline Thruway on Monday, August 17, 2026, beginning at 7:30 am. The demolition is part of efforts to address blighted properties in the area.

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  • Dugas Subd., Lots 104-A, 105-A & 105-BHearing Examiner · Preliminary Plat · 0.3 mi awayOn the agenda October 9, 2026 · Agenda
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