Public Art Requirement Collection

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Lafayette's Public Art Requirement Collection

The Lafayette Municipal Code includes a public art requirement for new construction projects in commercial or multi-family residential zones within the downtown area. Developers can either install a public artwork on site—valued at no less than 1% of the final construction or renovation cost—or, if site conditions make installation infeasible, pay an in-lieu fee equal to that 1%.

To learn more, visit Chapter 6-26 of the Lafayette Municipal Code for details about the public art requirement and process.

For detailed information about the public art review process, visit Development Guidelines.

Coming Soon: Self-Guided Tours of Lafayette’s Public Art

This page will feature links to all artworks commissioned through the City of Lafayette’s public art requirement. The Public Art Committee is installing new standardized plaques on works completed since 2021, each featuring a QR code that links to information about the piece and the artist. These QR codes also allow us to add an educational component, offering deeper context and insight into each work. As you explore Lafayette, simply scan a plaque's QR code to learn more about the art that catches your eye.

We are also developing self-guided walking tours that will highlight public art throughout town—making it easier for residents and visitors alike to engage with Lafayette’s growing collection on their own schedule.