Permits & Inspections

The Permits & Inspections Division is responsible for the permitting of residential and commercial improvements (plan review and approval); code inspections; and code enforcement for zoning, building, occupancy, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical construction.

TO APPLY FOR A PERMIT VISIT:

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  1. Physical Address
    300 N Tenth Street
    Baton Rouge, LA 70802

  1. Blake Steiner, CBO

    Chief Building Official
  1. Phone: 225-389-3205
    Fax: 225-389-3249

  1. Bill Pousson, CBO

    Deputy Building Official

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

Permits & Inspections

  1. How do I apply for a permit?
  2. How do I obtain a Flood Zone Determination?
  3. How do I create an account with MyGovernmentOnline (MGO)?
  4. How do I view a list of my Permits on MGO?
  5. How do I submit documents for my Permit through the Customer Portal?
  6. How much will my Permit cost?
  7. How do I pay for my Permit?
  8. How far in advance do I need to schedule an inspection?
  9. Can I schedule an after hours inspection?
  10. What is the Expedited Plan Review Service?
  11. How long will it take to get a permit?
  12. What is the Builders Package?
  13. How do I add a TRADE permit to an EXISTING permit?
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Forms

  1. Proposed Certificate of Elevation
  2. FORM Elevation Certificate
  3. Final Certificate of Elevation
  4. Servitude Encroachment Instructions (PDF)
  5. Pool Fence Barrier Affidavit
  6. FILL MITIGATION Certification for Building Pads
  7. Front Loaded Garage Setback LONO