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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Grant Parish
The parish page treats new structures, mobile homes, shops, camps, and roofing work as permit-related activities.
Farm structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions
Private outdoor recreational structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions
Certain camps may be exempt from plan review if all listed parish conditions are met
- Exempt Farm structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions
- Exempt Private outdoor recreational structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions
- Exempt Certain camps may be exempt from plan review if all listed parish conditions are met
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning, floodplain, health, or other parish requirements.
Required documents
- Permit application
- Elevation certificate in flood zones
- HUD number for mobile homes
- Health/sanitation approval where applicable
- Affidavit claiming exemption from licensure if owner-builder
- Building code
- Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code
- Owner-builder
- If serving as your own general contractor, an affidavit claiming exemption from licensure is required and must be notarized.
- Contractor requirements
- Trade contractors should be properly licensed; the parish references license numbers on the owner-builder affidavit. State contractor licensing applies through LSLBC.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Obtain an E-911 address, if needed, through the parish E-911 process.
- 02 Obtain any required health or sanitation approval, especially for mobile homes and camps.
- 03 Complete the permit application at the Grant Parish Permit Office.
- 04 The office reviews flood zone status and whether other required permits are complete.
- 05 If the project is in a flood zone, provide elevation certificates as required.
- 06 If required inspection reports, sewer approval, and final elevation certificate are received, permanent electrical service and a certificate of occupancy can be issued.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Grant Parish building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$100 permit fee payable to Grant Permit Office
Certificate of Occupancy admin fee is $200 payable to Grant Inspections. The parish page says no credit cards.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Health unit appointments for some mobile home and camp approvals are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Typical sequence: Temporary electrical service can be released after receipt of the electrical inspection report and temporary sewer permit; permanent service waits for final inspection reports, sewer approval, and elevation certificate.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Grant Parish permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA? ▸
The parish page treats new structures, mobile homes, shops, camps, and roofing work as permit-related activities.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 permit fee payable to Grant Permit Office.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA, follow these steps: 1. Obtain an E-911 address, if needed, through the parish E-911 process. 2. Obtain any required health or sanitation approval, especially for mobile homes and camps. 3. Complete the permit application at the Grant Parish Permit Office. 4. The office reviews flood zone status and whether other required permits are complete. 5. If the project is in a flood zone, provide elevation certificates as required. 6. If required inspection reports, sewer approval, and final elevation certificate are received, permanent electrical service and a certificate of occupancy can be issued.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Grant Parish, LA. The following work is generally exempt: Farm structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions; Private outdoor recreational structures exempt from state uniform construction code enforcement under Louisiana rules, subject to statutory conditions; Certain camps may be exempt from plan review if all listed parish conditions are met. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning, floodplain, health, or other parish requirements. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source Grant Parish Building Permit Office ↗
entry id permits/louisiana/grant/unincorporated
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Grant Parish Building Permit Office before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.