French Quarter Businesses Fight Sewer Upgrade | New Orleans News

New Orleans’ historic French Quarter is grappling with the fallout from a major water main replacement project — and it’s not just about pipes. After finally paving Decatur Street, the Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) has left businesses reeling: sales plummeted by up to 80% for some, forcing three closures. Frustrated owners sued, won an injunction forcing SWBNO to be more considerate with street closures and advance notice, and are still fighting for compensation. City Hall’s response? A new law giving Council greater oversight over SWBNO. It’s a tense balancing act between vital infrastructure and the human cost on local livelihoods. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a9e56639d752477b