Our Start
BR Choice began as a bold vision to rebuild Baton Rouge from the inside out. Starting with housing, progress was powered by people and strengthened through partnership, laying the groundwork for long-term community revitalization.
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Progress and Planning
Documenting the strategic journey of rebuilding North Baton Rouge through collaborative investment and community-driven change.
Initial Phases
During the early phases, the focus was on stabilizing families through safe, modern homes and establishing trust between families, stakeholders, and local leadership. As progress grew, investment expanded beyond housing to include business growth, infrastructure, and cultural spaces that connect people to opportunity.
Today
Today, BR Choice continues to bridge federal, local, and community planning to create meaningful, measurable change. Every investment, whether in homes, streets, or small businesses, is part of a coordinated strategy to ensure Baton Rouge thrives for generations.
Measuring Our Impact
Holistic strategies that address community needs from multiple perspectives.
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Investment Leveraged
$32M in HUD Choice Neighborhoods funding has leveraged more than $400M in public and private redevelopment across the BR Choice area.
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Health & Wellness Connections
Neighbors gain ed access to primary care, nutrition education, wellness programs, and preventive health services through coordinated community partnerships.
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Neighbors Served
Individuals at Ardenwood Village have participated in education, healthcare, workforce, and wellness programs since 2019.
Planning Documentation
Foundational plans and reports that guide development, investment priorities, and long-term strategy.
Information about Choice Neighborhood Initiative (CNI) requirements from HUD.
Read how resiliency, innovation and place making are guiding us.
A look at the newest neighborhood in our community.
Learn more about the "big picture" of our community.
See the overall layout of our revitalized neighborhood.
A guided look at the housing strategy for our neighborhood.
Measurable Progress
Reports and data that track outcomes, progress, and accountability across BR Choice initiatives.
This report outlines the progress, impact, and next steps of the BR Choice Neighborhoods Initiative. It is comprehensive effort to transform housing, strengthen neighborhoods, and expand opportunity in the Capital Region. The document highlights key milestones, community investments, economic impact, and strategic priorities leading up to 2026, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable communities and long-term growth.
Partners in Transformation
A Collaborative Effort
BR Choice’s strength lies in its partnerships. With public agencies, private investors, and local advocates working toward the same goal, we are building an equitable, thriving Baton Rouge.
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