Pointe Coupee Parish, LA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Unincorporated Pointe Coupee Parish.

Department

Pointe Coupee Parish Government, permit office / building code and inspections

Address

160 East Main Street, New Roads, LA 70760

Phone

(225) 638-9556

Email

rroubique@pcparish.org , tleonard@pcparish.org

Website

https://pcparish.org/apply-for-permit/

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Confirm the project is in unincorporated parish jurisdiction and not inside New Roads city limits.
2. Gather required forms and documents.
3. Submit the application checklist, plans, and supporting reports through iWorQ or by email / office drop off.
4. Parish staff reviews the submission and contacts the applicant regarding cost.
5. Pay permit fees before issuance.
6. Permit is issued after payment and compliance review.
7. Request inspections through the iWorQ portal once work is underway or complete.

Source: Pointe Coupee Parish Government, permit office / building code and inspections

General Requirements

Permit required for new residential construction, commercial construction, additions, remodels, repairs, mobile homes, sheds and outbuildings, pools, signs, solar panels, generators, mechanical, electrical, plumbing work, culverts, and other parish-regulated items.

Required Documents

• Proof of ownership
• Official 911 address
• Sewer permit
• One complete set of construction plans
• Plot plan
• Plan specifications with owner name, building address, square footage, window and door schedule, general materials, and roof pitch
• Res-check / energy code compliance certificate for residential work
• Current land survey in the name of the owner
• Flood zone determination form
• 911 address request form for new residences
• Licensed contractor information or owner-builder documentation

Building code

Louisiana statewide uniform construction code under Title 17, Part I of the Louisiana Administrative Code, with 2021 editions adopted effective April 1, 2024.

Owner-builder

Parish checklist states permits will only be issued to qualified licensed contractors or building owners who submit names and license numbers of qualified subcontractors. Louisiana state law allows an owner to build a primary residence without a contractor license, but not a home for rent or sale.

Contractor requirements

Commercial permits must be pulled by licensed commercial contractors. Licensed contractors must register annually with the parish permit office. Applicants claiming an owner-builder exemption may need a homeowner exemption form at the parish permit office.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

$25 for residential shed / outbuilding valuation $0 to $3,000; $75 mobile home permit; $35 flood determination fee

Permit fee formula

Residential permit fee: total square footage x $100 to determine house value, then multiply by $3.50 per $1,000 of value. Commercial permit fee: $5.00 per $1,000 for the first $3 million, $3.00 per $1,000 for the next $2 million, and $1.00 per $1,000 over $5 million.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Pointe Coupee Parish Government, permit office / building code and inspections to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• iWorQ portal (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Submit application and documents, pay permit, receive permit, request inspections through the portal, and post the permit on site where visible.

Additional Resources

• Building code: Louisiana statewide uniform construction code under Title 17, Part I of the Louisiana Administrative Code, with 2021 editions adopted effective April 1, 2024.
• Verify contractor license: LSLBC Licensure Verification
• Zoning information: View zoning info
• Parish contact page
• Parish council
• Flood zone determination form
• Permit fees
• License lookup guide: Louisiana Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Louisiana Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Louisiana hub: Louisiana Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Pointe Coupee Parish Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Pointe Coupee Parish, LA?

Permit required for new residential construction, commercial construction, additions, remodels, repairs, mobile homes, sheds and outbuildings, pools, signs, solar panels, generators, mechanical, electrical, plumbing work, culverts, and other parish-regulated items.

How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Pointe Coupee Parish, LA?

The minimum permit fee is $25 for residential shed / outbuilding valuation $0 to $3,000; $75 mobile home permit; $35 flood determination fee. Fees are calculated as: Residential permit fee: total square footage x $100 to determine house value, then multiply by $3.50 per $1,000 of value. Commercial permit fee: $5.00 per $1,000 for the first $3 million, $3.00 per $1,000 for the next $2 million, and $1.00 per $1,000 over $5 million..

How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Pointe Coupee Parish, LA?

1. Confirm the project is in unincorporated parish jurisdiction and not inside New Roads city limits. 2. Gather required forms and documents. 3. Submit the application checklist, plans, and supporting reports through iWorQ or by email / office drop off. 4. Parish staff reviews the submission and contacts the applicant regarding cost. 5. Pay permit fees before issuance. 6. Permit is issued after payment and compliance review. 7. Request inspections through the iWorQ portal once work is underway or complete.

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Pointe Coupee Parish, LA?

Inspections can be scheduled via: iWorQ portal.