City Building Permits

Breaux Bridge, LA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Louisiana St Martin Parish Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City limits of Breaux Bridge.

Department
City of Breaux Bridge, Department of Regulatory Codes and Permits
Address
City Hall / department address was not clearly listed on the permit page. Thin data.
Phone
337-332-8333
Website
https://breauxbridgela.net/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: iWorQ citizen portal • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Start on the permit portal.
  2. Select the correct application type.
  3. Search and attach the matching property and contractor when required.
  4. Fill out the application fields.
  5. Upload required plans or documents.
  6. Submit the application.
  7. City staff review the application.

General Requirements

Breaux Bridge states a permit is required for work covered by R105, including construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, occupancy change, and regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work.

Required Documents

  • Varies by permit type. The building portal requires plans and other files. Plan review applications require plan copies and may require contracted cost, Fire Marshal approval, and DHH approval where applicable.
Permit validity
Permits expire 180 days after issue date.
Building code
2021 IBC, 2021 IEBC, 2021 IRC, 2021 ISPSC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IFGC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IECC, 2020 NEC, with 2021 IPMC optional. The city page says these were adopted as of January 2023.
Contractor requirements
The portal requires a matching contractor for some submissions. Plumbing permits are issued only to master plumbers on the public plumbing application page.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Residential new/renovation/addition/demolition minimum permit is $100.00.
Plan check fee
Residential plan review $70.00. Commercial plan review $10.00 per sheet, minimum $100.00.
Permit fee formula
Residential permits are $3.50 per $1,000.00 fair market value or $82.48 per square foot under roof, whichever is more. Commercial permits are $5.00 per $1,000.00 fair market value, minimum $100.00.
Reinspection fee
Re-inspection $50.00. No permit fee is double fee. Out of town inspection $150.00. Extra or partial inspection $50.00. Over-time inspection fees are $50.00 first hour and $50.00 each additional hour.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Breaux Bridge, Department of Regulatory Codes and Permits to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Public portal and inspection phone numbers. The portal says questions can be handled at 337-332-8333. (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Application submission, review, permit issuance, then inspection as required.

Re-inspections are $50.00 each on the public forms I found. Culvert work must be inspected before covering up, and the public form says work installed without an inspector on site is subject to removal.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Breaux Bridge, Department of Regulatory Codes and Permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Breaux Bridge Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Breaux Bridge, LA?
Breaux Bridge states a permit is required for work covered by R105, including construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, demolition, occupancy change, and regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work.
How much does a building permit cost in Breaux Bridge, LA?
The minimum permit fee is Residential new/renovation/addition/demolition minimum permit is $100.00.. Fees are calculated as: Residential permits are $3.50 per $1,000.00 fair market value or $82.48 per square foot under roof, whichever is more. Commercial permits are $5.00 per $1,000.00 fair market value, minimum $100.00.. Plan check fee: Residential plan review $70.00. Commercial plan review $10.00 per sheet, minimum $100.00..
How do I apply for a building permit in Breaux Bridge, LA?
1. Start on the permit portal. 2. Select the correct application type. 3. Search and attach the matching property and contractor when required. 4. Fill out the application fields. 5. Upload required plans or documents. 6. Submit the application. 7. City staff review the application.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Breaux Bridge, LA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Public portal and inspection phone numbers. The portal says questions can be handled at 337-332-8333..

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