City Building Permits

Town of Lockport, LA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Lockport, Louisiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Louisiana Lafourche Parish Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Applies within the incorporated Town of Lockport.

Department
Permit Department, Town of Lockport
Address
710 Church Street, Lockport, LA 70374
Phone
(985) 532-3117
Website
https://townoflockport.com/documents/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open MyGovernmentOnline

Platform: MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online or in-person

Application Process

  1. Start from the town's Permit Documents page and choose the packet matching the project type.
  2. Assemble the checklist items for that permit. Town packets commonly require the permit application, site plan, land verification, parcel number, plans, contractor license or self-contracted paperwork, and flood elevation items where applicable.
  3. Submit online through MyGovernmentOnline or through the permit office at Town Hall.
  4. For flood-prone projects, provide elevation certificates at the stages listed in the town packet before foundation inspection and before occupancy.
  5. Complete required inspections and final occupancy steps. Public packets show final elevation and completion before move-in for new homes.

Source: Permit Department, Town of Lockport

General Requirements

Public packets show permits for new homes, residential construction and additions, reroofing, pools, trade work, demolition, fences, generators, solar, sheds, mobile homes, RVs, signs, and other listed project types.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Site plan
  • Land verification
  • Parcel number
  • One plan set
  • Contractor license or owner affidavit
  • Subcontractor-supplier list
  • Flood documentation where applicable
Owner-builder
Packets allow self-contracted work, but require an Affidavit Claiming Exemption from Licensure.
Contractor requirements
Packets commonly require a copy of the contractor's license; demolition packet specifically asks for a copy of the State of Louisiana contractor's license if applicable.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$150.00 for residential new home build and residential construction; $50.00 for fences; $100.00 for residential trade reroof; $200.00 for pools and demolition
Permit fee formula
New residential and similar construction packets use $0.30 per square foot with a $150.00 minimum. Some permits are flat-fee by type.
Payment note
Reviewed packets call for check or money order in several cases. Town Hall hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permit Department, Town of Lockport to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (985) 532-3117 (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Typical inspection sequence: New-home and residential-construction packets require the 2nd elevation before foundation inspection and the 3rd/final elevation before occupancy. Fence packet requires final inspection after completion.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Permit Department, Town of Lockport before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Lockport Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Lockport, LA?
Public packets show permits for new homes, residential construction and additions, reroofing, pools, trade work, demolition, fences, generators, solar, sheds, mobile homes, RVs, signs, and other listed project types.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Lockport, LA?
The minimum permit fee is $150.00 for residential new home build and residential construction; $50.00 for fences; $100.00 for residential trade reroof; $200.00 for pools and demolition. Fees are calculated as: New residential and similar construction packets use $0.30 per square foot with a $150.00 minimum. Some permits are flat-fee by type..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Lockport, LA?
1. Start from the town's Permit Documents page and choose the packet matching the project type. 2. Assemble the checklist items for that permit. Town packets commonly require the permit application, site plan, land verification, parcel number, plans, contractor license or self-contracted paperwork, and flood elevation items where applicable. 3. Submit online through MyGovernmentOnline or through the permit office at Town Hall. 4. For flood-prone projects, provide elevation certificates at the stages listed in the town packet before foundation inspection and before occupancy. 5. Complete required inspections and final occupancy steps. Public packets show final elevation and completion before move-in for new homes.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Lockport, LA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (985) 532-3117.

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