Art dealers |
Art dealers should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Art markets |
Art markets should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Other Amusements. |
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Bars and breweries without an LDH Food Permit |
Bars and breweries with an LDH Food Permit should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Restaurants/Bars.
- No on-premises consumption of any food or drinks.
- No sale of alcoholic beverages through drive-thru, takeout or curbside pickup.
- Prohibit customers from loitering outside of the premises if such customers are not practicing social distancing or wearing masks.
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Bars or other establishments with a state AR-Conditional permit |
Bars or other establishments with a state AR-Conditional permit may operate as standard restaurants under these guidelines, regardless of their use designation by the City of New Orleans. These establishments must adhere to all of the restaurant guidelines set forth herein.
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Bars, breweries, micro-breweries, distilleries, and micro-distilleries with an LDH food permit but without a state AR-Conditional permit |
Bars, breweries, micro-breweries, distilleries, and micro-distilleries with an LDH food permit but without a state AR-Conditional permit should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Restaurants/Bars.
- No on-premises consumption of any food or drinks.
- No sale of alcoholic beverages through drive-thru, takeout or curbside pickup.
- Prohibit customers from loitering outside of the premises if such customers are not practicing social distancing or wearing masks. Bars and breweries with an LDH food permit that fail to prohibit such loitering may be prohibited from offering take-out food services.
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Beauty salons, barber shops, and nail salons |
Beauty salons, barber shops, and nail salons should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Salons, Barber Shops, Tanning.
- Establishments are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Chairs must be arranged to keep people at least six feet apart.
- Interior gathering spaces or waiting areas cannot be used.
- Employees must maintain strict PPE usage as defined by the State Fire Marshal.
- Gloves must be worn and changed between customers.
- Services must be tracked using a reservation system to track names and phone numbers of customers, keep this information for 21 days, and provide it to LDH if requested for contact tracing purposes.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Book stores |
Book stores should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Car washes |
Car washes should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above. |
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Casinos, racetracks, and video poker establishments |
Casinos, racetracks, and video poker establishments should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the Louisiana Gaming Control Board.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, venues are limited to 25% of permitted occupancy with 50% of gaming tables open.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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Cemeteries |
Cemeteries should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Outdoor Playcenters/Playgrounds.
- Cemeteries are allowed to open, but residents must continue social distancing measures including maintain six feet from others.
- In Orleans Parish, gatherings are limited to 50 people with one safety officer and must obtain a special event permit.
- Read the City guidelines for full information on special event permitting requirement.
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Childcare, early learning centers, and extra curricular programs |
Childcare, early learning centers, and extra curricular programs should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the Louisiana Department of Education's guidelines for Childcare and K-12 Extra Curricular Programs.
- Childcare, Early Learning Centers, K-12 School and Summer Programs are allowed to open with cohorts of 25 people per group including adults and according to other restrictions put forth by the state.
- No contact sports are permitted.
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Civic and social organizations |
Civic and social organizations should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Business/Organizations/Other.
- Office Buildings and Organizations and Businesses within Office Buildings are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy, but employees that can work remotely should continue to do so.
- Conference rooms are limited to 10 people with six feet between each person.
- Virtual meetings are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times unless alone in a office.
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Community centers |
Community centers should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venue or Fitness Center, depending on their use.
- Community Centers are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- No group events.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Conference venues and meeting rooms |
Conference venues and meeting rooms should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venue.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- Conference venues and meeting rooms are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy or 250 individuals, whichever is smaller.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six feet distance between each other.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- Trade shows, exhibit spaces, networking events and gathering spaces are prohibited.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Dance and yoga studios |
Dance and yoga studios should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Fitness Centers.
- Dance and yoga studios will be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Group fitness classes may operate at 50% of capacity with no physical contact.
- Contact sports are not allowed.
- Physical Distancing measures for equipment and exercise areas must be arranged to keep six feet between individuals, such as the use of barriers or closing certain machines.
- Scheduling and/or a sign-in system is required.
- On-site sanitation attendants are required.
- Facial coverings are required at all times.
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Dry cleaners and laundromats |
Dry cleaners and laundromats should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Escape rooms |
Escape rooms will not be allowed to open in Phase Two. |
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Farmers markets |
Farmers Markets should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Other Amusements. |
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Florists |
Florists should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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French Market |
The French Market should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Food courts must follow fast food restaurant guidelines.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Funerals |
Funeral homes and funerals should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- In Orleans Parish, venues are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 25 people, whichever is fewer.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six foot distance.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- No buffets, dancing, or live entertainment.
- If your event is not allowed by the establishment's zoning designation, you must apply for a special event permit.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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Furniture stores |
Furniture stores should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Graduation ceremonies or parties |
Graduation ceremonies or parties should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- In Orleans Parish, venues are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 25 people, whichever is fewer.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six foot distance.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- No buffets, dancing, or live entertainment.
- If your event is not allowed by the establishment's zoning designation, you must apply for a special event permit.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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Gyms and fitness centers |
Gyms and fitness centers should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Fitness Centers.
- Gyms and Fitness Centers will be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Group fitness classes may operate at 50% of capacity with no physical contact.
- Contact sports are not allowed.
- Physical Distancing measures for equipment and exercise areas must be arranged to keep six feet between individuals, such as the use of barriers or closing certain machines.
- Scheduling and/or a sign-in system is required.
- On-site sanitation attendants are required.
- Facial coverings are required at all times.
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Houses of worship |
Houses of worship should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Places of Worship.
- In Orleans Parish, houses of worship are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 250 people, whichever is fewer.
- Choirs are not permitted.
- Interior gathering spaces must be closed.
- Online or drive up services are highly encouraged.
- Plans for entrances and exits to reduce gatherings are required and crowd managers must be in place per State Fire Marshal guidelines.
- Scheduled time slots or the use of an appointment or reservation system for services is encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Indoor event venues |
Event venues should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, venues are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 25 people, whichever is fewer.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six foot distance.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- No buffets, dancing, or live entertainment.
- If your event is not allowed by the establishment's zoning designation, you must apply for a special event permit.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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Libraries |
Libraries should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Libraries.
- Libraries all are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- No story time or group events allowed.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Marinas |
Marinas should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Outdoor Sports/Racing.
- Marinas are allowed to open, but residents must continue social distancing measures including maintain six feet from others.
- In accordance with State athletic guidance, contact sports such as football, flag football, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, basketball, and wrestling are not permitted.
- Permitted sports include non-contact sports such as running, biking, lap swimming, tennis, golf, archery, curling, volleyball, softball and baseball.
- Bleachers and dugouts will be limited to 50% of permitted occupancy while maintaining six feet between individuals.
- In Orleans Parish, gatherings are limited to 50 people with one safety officer and must obtain a special event permit.
- Read the City guidelines for full information on special event permitting requirement.
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Movie theaters |
Movie theaters should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Movie Theaters.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, movie theaters are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 250 people, whichever is fewer, per showing.
- Individuals and groups must maintain six feet of distance at all times.
- Interior gathering spaces cannot be used.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Museums, zoos, and aquariums |
Museums, zoos, and aquariums should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Museums/Zoos/Aquariums.
- In Orleans Parish, admission must be staggered using an appointment or reservation system.
- Individuals and groups must maintain six feet of distance at all times.
- Interior gathering spaces cannot be used.
- Tactile exhibits, group tours, and events are prohibited.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Office buildings and businesses |
Office buildings and businesses should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Business/Organizations/Other.
- Office Buildings and Organizations and Businesses within Office Buildings are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy, but employees that can work remotely should continue to do so.
- Conference rooms are limited to 10 people with six feet between each person.
- Virtual meetings are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times unless alone in a office.
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Outdoor live entertainment |
Outdoor live entertainment venues should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- Outdoor gatherings are limited to 50 people with one safety officer and must obtain a special event permit. Read the City guidelines for full information on special event permitting requirement.
- Individuals must maintain six feet distance and wear masks.
- Face coverings are required at all times except for while eating and drinking.
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Outdoor pools |
Outdoor pools should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Pools.
- Outdoor Pools are allowed to open with 25% of permitted occupancy based on deck size.
- There must be a dedicated safety officer to ensure social distancing.
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Outdoor recreation spaces, sports complexes, parks, and playgrounds |
Outdoor recreation spaces, sports complexes, parks, and playgrounds should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Outdoor Playcenters/Playgrounds or Outdoor Sports, Racing, depending on use.
- Outdoor Recreation Spaces, Sports Complexes, Parks and Playgrounds are allowed to open, but residents must continue social distancing measures including maintain six feet from others.
- Youth and recreational sports must follow the general and sport-specific guidelines put forth by the LHSAA. Collegiate sports must adhere to both City and conference general and sport-specific guidelines.
- No stadium, sports complex or arena hosting any athletic event, whether amateur or professional, shall exceed 25% of the total occupancy or 250 individuals, whichever is fewer, while wearing face coverings and adhering to the maximum social distancing possible between spectators, as determined by the State Fire Marshal.
- Occupancy limits on indoor gymnasiums where games or athletic events are played are limited to 25% of total occupancy, or 100 individuals, whichever is fewer, while wearing face coverings and adhering to the maximum social distancing possible, as determined by the State fire marshal.
- Alcohol sales shall not be permitted inside the stadium, sports complex, arena or indoor gymnasium.
- Any event held inside a stadium, sports complex, arena, or indoor gymnasium shall follow the applicable guidance from the State Fire Marshal. Face coverings are required for all attendees and spectators.
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Party buses |
At this time, there are no licensed/permitted party buses in the City of New Orleans. Any party bus that operates is doing so illegally. |
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Pawn shops |
Pawn shops should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Pet salons or dog groomers |
Pet salons or dog groomers should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Business/Organizations/Other.
- Office Buildings and Organizations and Businesses within Office Buildings are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy, but employees that can work remotely should continue to do so.
- Conference rooms are limited to 10 people with six feet between each person.
- Virtual meetings are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times unless alone in a office.
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Real estate |
Real estate should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Business/Organizations/Other.
- Office Buildings and Organizations and Businesses within Office Buildings are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy, but employees that can work remotely should continue to do so.
- Conference rooms are limited to 10 people with six feet between each person.
- Virtual meetings are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times unless alone in a office.
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Reception halls |
Reception halls should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, reception halls are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 25 people, whichever is fewer.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six foot distance.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- No buffets, dancing, or live entertainment.
- If your event is not allowed by the establishment's zoning designation, you must apply for a special event permit.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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Restaurants |
Restaurants should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Restaurants/Bars.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, no seating shall be allowed at the physical bar.
- Food service establishments licensed as standard restaurants under the CZO that provide table service will be required to utilize a reservation system to track names and phone numbers of customers, keep this information for 21 days, and provide it to LDH if requested for contact tracing purposes.
- Restaurants licensed as fast food, specialty restaurants, or carry-out restaurants, or standard restaurants where patrons order food from a counter, must designate areas for ordering that are at least 6 feet apart. These areas should be clearly marked on the floor for customer convenience. Marks should also indicate six foot distances between patrons waiting in line to order.
- Tables must be arranged to keep parties at least six feet apart.
- Patrons must wear masks unless actively eating or drinking.
- Private events must adhere strictly to these guidance as well as the gathering size limits.
- Takeout and delivery are highly encouraged.
- Restaurants are required to prohibit customers from loitering outside of the premises if such customers are not practicing social distancing or wearing masks. Restaurants that fail to prohibit such loitering may be prohibited from offering take-out services.
- Off-street parking requirements are temporarily suspended and temporary Sidewalk Use Permits will be issued free of charge so you can expand outdoor seating.
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Shopping malls and retail stores |
Shopping malls and retails stores should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Shopping Malls/Retail Stores.
- Retail stores with exterior doors shall be allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Stores within shopping malls with no exterior entrances may also reopen at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Food courts must follow fast food restaurant guidelines.
- Curb-side pickup and online shopping are highly encouraged.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Strip clubs |
Strip clubs will not be allowed to open in Phase Two as live entertainment is not allowed. |
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Tattoo, massage, and esthetician services |
Tattoo, massage, and esthetician services should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Tattoo, Massage, Esthetician.
- Tattoo, Massage and Esthetician Services are allowed to open at 50% of permitted occupancy.
- Chairs must be arranged to keep people at least six feet apart.
- Interior gathering spaces or waiting areas cannot be used.
- Employees must maintain strict PPE usage as defined by the State Fire Marshal.
- Services must be tracked using a reservation system to track names and phone numbers of customers, keep this information for 21 days, and provide it to LDH if requested for contact tracing purposes.
- Face coverings are required at all times.
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Tours |
Walking and biking tours should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Outdoor Sports, Racing.
- In Orleans Parish, tours are limited to fourteen participants with masks and social distancing.
- Vehicle tours are prohibited.
- Each individual must wear a mask
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Weddings |
Weddings should follow all City of New Orleans requirements listed above and the State Fire Marshal guidelines for Event Venues.
- Per the State of Louisiana Phase Three emergency order, service and sales of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption shall only occur between the hours of 8 a.m. and 11 p.m.
- In Orleans Parish, venues are limited to 50% of permitted occupancy or 25 people, whichever is fewer.
- Individuals must be able to maintain a six foot distance.
- Events are limited to timed, seated events.
- No buffets, dancing, or live entertainment.
- If your event is not allowed by the establishment's zoning designation, you must apply for a special event permit.
- Face coverings are required at all times except while eating and drinking.
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