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Downtown authority asks for tighter restrictions on open containers 

The Downtown Development Authority is requesting that Lafayette's city council consider implementing tighter restrictions on open containers in the Downtown Lafayette area. The proposal aims to regulate alcohol consumption in public spaces within the downtown district.

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  • 201 Jefferson Street, Suite B CUPRezoning · <0.1 mi away · approximate locationOn the agenda September 21, 2026 · Agenda
  • 403B South Buchanan Street CUPRezoning · 0.1 mi away · approximate locationOn the agenda May 18, 2026 · Agenda
  • 2025-53-PCPlanning Commission · Final Plat · 0.2 mi away
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  • City CouncilTuesday, November 10 · 5:30 p.m. · Ted A. Ardoin City-Parish Council Auditorium, 705 W University Ave
  • Parish CouncilTuesday, November 10 · 4:30 p.m. · Ted A. Ardoin City-Parish Council Auditorium, 705 W University Ave
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  • Cathedral-Carmel School0.5 mi away
  • Dr. Raphael A. Baranco Elementary School0.6 mi away
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  • Parc International0.1 mi away
  • Parc Sans Souci0.2 mi away
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