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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for East Feliciana Parish
New residential construction, additions, remodels, accessory structures, mobile homes, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, gas, generators, in-ground pools, culverts, and commercial permits are all represented in the parish permit materials.
Note: The public parish materials reviewed did not publish a comprehensive exempt-work list.
- 911 address
- Town approval if required
- Floodplain elevation if required
- Proof of ownership
- Survey map
- Contractor state license or owner-builder affidavit
- Two standard plan sets
- Plot plan
- Building code
- The parish residential inspection checklist references the 2014 NEC. The reviewed public materials did not clearly publish a current parish-wide adopted building code edition for all work types.
- Permit validity
- The residential permit is an umbrella permit and does not become valid until plan review is complete. The contractor registration runs for one calendar year and expires at 11:59 p.m. on December 31.
- Owner-builder
- If acting as own general contractor, the applicant must file a signed and notarized Affidavit Claiming Exemption from Licensure recorded at the Clerk of Court.
- Contractor requirements
- Copy of the contractor's state license is required. Parish contractor registration requires a copy of all Louisiana licensures with the application.
Application process
Typical processing: Minimum of two weeks for plan review on new residential construction.
- 01 Confirm property divisions and zoning are approved by the Police Jury.
- 02 Obtain or verify a 911 address through the parish 911 call center.
- 03 Complete floodplain determination with the parish and secure a stamped elevation certificate if the site is in a flood zone.
- 04 Gather ownership proof, survey map, contractor license copy, and plan sets.
- 05 Submit the permit package.
- 06 Allow a minimum of two weeks for plan review on new residential construction.
- 07 After review, one set of plans is returned for the jobsite and one set remains at the permit office.
- 08 Post the permit and inspection board before construction begins.
Typical processing time: Minimum of two weeks for plan review on new residential construction.
Fee schedule
East Feliciana Parish building permit fees
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Through the parish building department (department-request)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: Typical sequence for residential construction: base flood elevation check if in a flood zone, construction pole, pre-pour plumbing, pre-pour footings and foundation, open wall inspection, insulation inspection, TCI/final, occupancy.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated East Feliciana Parish permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated East Feliciana Parish, LA? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated East Feliciana Parish, LA? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated East Feliciana Parish, LA? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated East Feliciana Parish, LA? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated East Feliciana Parish, LA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with East Feliciana Parish Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.