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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for St. Martinville
The page quotes IRC R105.1, requiring a permit before constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, moving, demolishing, changing occupancy, or doing regulated electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing work.
- Building code
- 2021 IBC, 2021 IEBC, 2021 IRC, 2021 ISPSC, 2021 IMC, 2021 IFGC, 2021 IPC, 2021 IECC, 2020 NEC, optional 2021 IPMC.
- Owner-builder
- The city publishes a non-contractor application for projects not required by state law to use a contractor, which suggests some owner-performed work is allowed where state law does not require a certified contractor.
- Contractor requirements
- State-law-certified contractor projects must use the Contractor Permit Request. The contractor application requires contractor certification number.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Use the Contractor Permit Request for projects required by state law to use a certified contractor.
- 02 Use the Non-Contractor Permit Application for projects not required by state law to use a contractor.
- 03 Permits department review and cashless payment processing if applicable.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- The permit page says to contact the inspector's office at 337-886-6069. (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Operating hours on the permit page are Monday to Thursday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, Friday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Typical sequence: Contact permits department, obtain needed permits from inspector's office, then proceed with construction after permit issuance.
Fees double for work done within city limits without proper permits.
Frequently asked
Common questions about St. Martinville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in St. Martinville, LA? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in St. Martinville, LA? ▸
03 How do I schedule a building inspection in St. Martinville, LA? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of St. Martinville Building Permit Department / Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.