In my continuing review of gated communities on the West Bank, this week's focus is on The Commons in Gretna, LA.  Developed by Willow Builders in 1999, The Commons is centrally located on the West Bank of New Orleans off of Wall Blvd. with easy access to the Central Business District, NAS JRB New Orleans, the Metairie business district and more.  Is your office in one of the new developments on Manhattan Blvd.?  The  Commons offers you a commute time of less than 10 minutes!  Travel time to the Naval Air Station in Belle Chasse is only around 20 minutes.Nearby shopping includes Target, Lowe's, WalMart, Sam's Club and more.  Dining out is close and convenient with the wide selection of local and national chain restaurants within minutes of your front door. Things to know about The Commo... 02/24/2008