What’s being built, bought and planned in Ascension Parish

June 30, 2026 - 20:49

A local nonprofit has acquired a new office space in Ascension Parish, as recent property records show a notable transaction in the area. American Soldiers Evaluation Services, a group that assists veterans with disability evaluations, purchased a 4,000-square-foot office building on East Josephine Street. The building was sold by Nolan and Sharon Aikens for $400,000. Dr. Sandrine Nkouga, the CEO of American Soldiers Evaluation Services, handled the transaction on behalf of the buyer.

In addition to the property sale, the parish has seen a steady flow of building permits issued for new residential and commercial projects. Several new single-family homes are under construction in the growing suburbs, while a handful of local businesses have filed permits for interior renovations and expansions. The parish planning office has also noted an uptick in inquiries for new commercial lots, suggesting continued interest from developers.

On the business events front, the Ascension Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking mixer next month aimed at connecting small business owners with local contractors and suppliers. The event is part of a broader push to support the local economy as new subdivisions and retail centers come online. Officials say the mix of residential growth and commercial investment points to a steady year ahead for the parish.