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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Schriever
TPCG's parishwide permit rules apply in Schriever. Permits are required before new construction, additions, repairs, moves, demolition, occupancy changes, and regulated trade-system work unless a listed exemption applies.
One-story detached residential sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures not over 200 square feet, subject to the code's conditions and floodplain limitation
Detached low deck work meeting the code's size, height, and attachment limits
Limited finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and vinyl siding not affecting structure or the envelope and not involving electrical or gas changes
Certain retaining walls, water tanks, playground equipment, temporary stage sets, and agricultural shade cloth structures listed in TPCG Section 105.2
Minor listed electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work exempted by TPCG Section 105.2
- Exempt One-story detached residential sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures not over 200 square feet, subject to the code's conditions and floodplain limitation
- Exempt Detached low deck work meeting the code's size, height, and attachment limits
- Exempt Limited finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and vinyl siding not affecting structure or the envelope and not involving electrical or gas changes
- Exempt Certain retaining walls, water tanks, playground equipment, temporary stage sets, and agricultural shade cloth structures listed in TPCG Section 105.2
- Exempt Minor listed electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work exempted by TPCG Section 105.2
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from floodplain, zoning, and other regulatory requirements. Confirm with TPCG before proceeding.
Required documents
- Permit application
- Owner and applicant information
- 911 site address
- Legal property description
- Site plan
- Construction drawings
- Valuation or contract information
- Supporting floodplain, coastal, health, driveway, drainage, and planning approvals triggered by the project
- Building code
- Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Building Code, 2018 Edition, tied to the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code materials based on the 2015 International Code Series and 2014 National Electrical Code.
- Permit validity
- Applications are abandoned after 180 days if not pursued in good faith. Issued permits become invalid if work is not commenced within 180 days or is suspended or abandoned for 180 days after starting, unless extended in writing.
- Owner-builder
- Residential owners can use the TPCG homeowner affidavit for exemption from licensure, subject to the state owner-builder conditions printed on the affidavit.
- Contractor requirements
- Residential projects from $7,500 to $75,000 require home improvement registration. Residential projects over $75,000 require residential contractor licensure. Commercial work at or above $50,000 requires commercial contractor licensure.
Source: Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, Department of Planning and Zoning, Permits Division ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Generally 5 to 7 business days from the date of application if complete.
- 01 Verify with TPCG that the project site is within Schriever's unincorporated parish area and determine whether zoning, floodplain, driveway, sewer, drainage, subdivision, or other parish approvals are needed before application.
- 02 Confirm the 911 address and property description, then prepare the application package with site plan, plans, valuation, and any required supporting approvals.
- 03 If the project is in a flood hazard area, obtain the required elevation certificate and any FEMA/NFIP nonconversion documentation identified by TPCG. If the work affects coastal-zone regulated activity, coordinate that approval before permit filing.
- 04 Submit the permit application at the Houma permit counter or online through MGO Connect.
- 05 Pay fees in full at the time of application and make sure the package is complete, because TPCG says incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- 06 TPCG reviews the filing and either issues the permit or rejects the application in writing with stated reasons.
- 07 After the permit is issued, request inspections by phone or through the online account and close out the permit through final inspection and certificate issuance if applicable.
Typical processing time: Generally 5 to 7 business days from the date of application if complete.
Source: Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, Department of Planning and Zoning, Permits Division ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Effective 2018
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Residential new construction or addition $200 minimum; residential renovation up to $5,000: $25; detached residential accessory structures: $75; commercial new construction, addition, or renovation: $200 minimum.
02
Permit fee formula
Residential new construction or addition: 45 cents per square foot. Commercial new construction, addition, or renovation: $3 per $1,000 of contractual value or 60 cents per square foot if no valid contract is provided. Many other permit types use flat fees.
03
Trade permit fee
Base fee plus inspection charges where not included in the building permit.
04
Reinspection fee
$75 for additional inspection or reinspection.
05
Penalty (no permit)
Work begun before permit issuance doubles the applicable permit fees.
Fees are due in full at application. TPCG's refund policy allows only a 30 percent refund before issuance and no refund after issuance.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2018) before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (985) 873-6567 (phone)
- MGO Connect portal (logged-in accounts) (online)
- Scheduling deadline
- At least 24-hour notice may be required.
- Inspection hours
- Public permit office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Typical sequence: The parish code lists footing and foundation with plumbing rough-in, slab and under-floor, lowest floor elevation, framing and masonry, additional required inspections, and final inspection, with final elevation documents required before final inspection in flood hazard areas.
Source: Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, Department of Planning and Zoning, Permits Division ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Schriever permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Schriever, LA? ▸
TPCG's parishwide permit rules apply in Schriever. Permits are required before new construction, additions, repairs, moves, demolition, occupancy changes, and regulated trade-system work unless a listed exemption applies.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Schriever, LA? ▸
Building permit fees in Schriever, LA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Residential new construction or addition $200 minimum; residential renovation up to $5,000: $25; detached residential accessory structures: $75; commercial new construction, addition, or renovation: $200 minimum.. Fees are calculated as: Residential new construction or addition: 45 cents per square foot. Commercial new construction, addition, or renovation: $3 per $1,000 of contractual value or 60 cents per square foot if no valid contract is provided. Many other permit types use flat fees..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Schriever, LA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Schriever, LA, follow these steps: 1. Verify with TPCG that the project site is within Schriever's unincorporated parish area and determine whether zoning, floodplain, driveway, sewer, drainage, subdivision, or other parish approvals are needed before application. 2. Confirm the 911 address and property description, then prepare the application package with site plan, plans, valuation, and any required supporting approvals. 3. If the project is in a flood hazard area, obtain the required elevation certificate and any FEMA/NFIP nonconversion documentation identified by TPCG. If the work affects coastal-zone regulated activity, coordinate that approval before permit filing. 4. Submit the permit application at the Houma permit counter or online through MGO Connect. 5. Pay fees in full at the time of application and make sure the package is complete, because TPCG says incomplete applications will not be accepted. 6. TPCG reviews the filing and either issues the permit or rejects the application in writing with stated reasons. 7. After the permit is issued, request inspections by phone or through the online account and close out the permit through final inspection and certificate issuance if applicable.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Schriever, LA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Schriever, LA typically run Generally 5 to 7 business days from the date of application if complete.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Schriever, LA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Schriever, LA. The following work is generally exempt: One-story detached residential sheds, playhouses, and similar accessory structures not over 200 square feet, subject to the code's conditions and floodplain limitation; Detached low deck work meeting the code's size, height, and attachment limits; Limited finish work such as painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and vinyl siding not affecting structure or the envelope and not involving electrical or gas changes; Certain retaining walls, water tanks, playground equipment, temporary stage sets, and agricultural shade cloth structures listed in TPCG Section 105.2; Minor listed electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing work exempted by TPCG Section 105.2. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from floodplain, zoning, and other regulatory requirements. Confirm with TPCG before proceeding. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Schriever, LA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Schriever, LA via: (985) 873-6567, MGO Connect portal (logged-in accounts). At least 24-hour notice may be required..
last verified April 2026
source Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, Department of Planning and Zoning, Permits Division ↗
entry id permits/louisiana/terrebonne/schriever
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government, Department of Planning and Zoning, Permits Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.