“A king’s decree, a chancellor’s name.” Rue Boucherat whispers tales of Parisian expansion. Originally envisioned as an extension of Rue Saint-Louis, Rue Boucherat took on a new identity. King Louis XIV, in 1694 and 1696, ordered the extension of Rue Saint-Louis to the new city walls and back to Rue du Temple. The city modified these plans in 1697. This portion, intended as Rue Neuve-Saint-Louis, became Rue Boucherat, honoring then-Chancellor Louis Boucherat. The official alignment was recorded on August 12, 1697, and confirmed on July 12, 1698. Rue Boucherat stands as a testament to urban planning in 17th-century Paris. Later, under Napoleon and King Louis-Philippe, the street’s width was standardized. A ministerial decision in 1805, signed by Napoleon Bonaparte, and a royal ordinance in 1834 set the minimum width at 15 meters. Remarkably, the buildings along Rue Boucherat largely escaped demolition. Only a small part of number 1 required adjustments. Throughout its history, the street has benefited from essential infrastructure. A sewer system runs along the side bordering Rue des Filles-du-Calvaire. A water pipe extends the entire length, and gas lighting brightens the way. Rue Boucherat may not boast grand monuments, but it offers a glimpse into the evolution of Paris. Its story reveals the interplay of royal decrees, city planning, and the individuals who shaped its destiny.
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