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Louisiana’s unique blend of historic cities, coastal wetlands, and expanding urban areas makes MySitePlan the perfect solution for navigating the state’s site planning and permitting process. Whether you're developing a commercial project in New Orleans, a residential neighborhood in Baton Rouge, or a waterfront property along the Gulf Coast, our platform simplifies the process. MySitePlan delivers high-quality, regulation-ready site plans that ensure compliance with Louisiana’s zoning, environmental, and flood management requirements, allowing your project to move forward efficiently.

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Why Choose MySitePlan for Louisiana Site Plans

Whether you need a site plan for a building permit, fencing permit, deck permit, or HOA submission anywhere in Louisiana — from New Orleans and Baton Rouge to Shreveport, Lafayette, and Lake Charles — MySitePlan delivers professionally drafted, permit-ready plans in 24 hours, starting at just $99. No site visit, no surveyor, no scheduling delays.

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Louisiana Site Plan Requirements: What You Need to Know

Last reviewed: April 2026

In Louisiana, building permit authority rests at the parish and municipal level — meaning requirements vary depending on where your property is located. Whether you're in East Baton Rouge Parish, Jefferson Parish, Orleans Parish, or a rural area, your local building department sets the rules for what your site plan must include.

Large cities like New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Bossier City, Monroe, and Metairie each maintain dedicated permit offices — many with online portals. You can find permit information directly through agencies like brla.gov (Baton Rouge) and lafayettela.gov (Lafayette). Rural parishes typically route applications through local planning and zoning offices.

Most construction projects in Louisiana — from a new home or room addition to a storage shed, fence, or pool — require a site plan drawn to scale that shows structure dimensions, setbacks from property lines, streets, and easements.

Common Louisiana Projects That Require a Site Plan

Louisiana building departments and HOAs commonly require a site plan for all of the following:

  • Fence permits — East Baton Rouge requires servitude (easement) information noted on the site plan; fences over 8 ft require professional engineering and wind speed certification. Lafayette requires a permit for fences over 7 ft.
  • Garage and accessory structure permits — In Jefferson Parish, storage sheds of any size require a building permit. In high-wind southern Louisiana, sheds over 120–200 sq ft typically require a permit as well.
  • Room additions and interior remodels with structural changes — required across virtually all Louisiana parishes for any structural modification.
  • Driveway permits — many Louisiana municipalities require a site plan showing driveway placement relative to property lines and streets.
  • Pool and landscape permits — pools require a site plan showing setbacks, decking, and accessory equipment locations.
  • New home construction — all parishes require a site plan as part of the building permit package, including lot dimensions, structure footprint, and setbacks.
  • Demolition permits — required throughout Louisiana; the site plan documents existing structures and their relationship to property lines.
  • Short-term rental licensing — some Louisiana municipalities require a site plan as part of short-term rental permit or licensing applications.
  • Sign permits — commercial sign installations typically require a site plan showing placement, setbacks, and surrounding structures.
  • HOA submissions — homeowners associations across Louisiana, from Metairie to Monroe, commonly require a site plan showing proposed improvements before granting approval.
  • Manufactured home permits — placement of manufactured or mobile homes requires a site plan in most Louisiana parishes.
  • Floodplain and elevation certificate compliance — in flood zones, site plans often accompany elevation certificates documenting structure height relative to base flood elevation.
  • Historic district project approvals — in New Orleans, projects in historic districts require review by the Historic Districts Landmarks Commission (HDLC) or Vieux Carré Commission (VCC) before a building permit is issued.
  • Commercial building permits — a site plan is standard for any commercial project, including parking layout, ingress/egress, and dumpster areas.

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Louisiana's Unique Permitting Environment

Louisiana adopted the statewide Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code (LSUCC) in 2005 following the devastation of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Administered by the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC), the code is based on the IBC and IRC with Louisiana-specific amendments covering flood-resistant construction and wind resistance — particularly relevant in southern parishes where wind speeds regularly exceed 100 mph. Local jurisdictions cannot adopt standards more or less stringent than the LSUCCC baseline.

Lafayette's standard residential setbacks are 20 ft from the front or street, 5 ft from side property lines, and 10 ft from the rear — but HOAs may impose more restrictive limits. In Bossier City, site plans must show roof lines, foundations, and any flowage easements for properties adjacent to Cypress-Black Bayou. Properties in FEMA-designated flood zones across Louisiana must include elevation certificate documentation alongside their permit application — even accessory structures may need to be elevated or anchored. Contractors performing residential improvement work over $7,500 must be registered with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC).

How MySitePlan Works for Louisiana Property Owners

Ordering is simple: provide your property address and project details, and a Drafterra Certified drafter will produce your plan within 24 hours. Choose the plan level that matches your project's scope:

  • Basic Site Plan — $99: Property lines, primary structure roofline, lot dimensions, north arrow, and scale. Ideal for project planning.
  • Medium Site Plan — $119 (most popular): Adds measurements between features, trees, driveway, accessory structures, and pools. The right choice for most Louisiana building permit and HOA applications.
  • Detailed Site Plan — $159: Adds paths, shrubs, landscaping, septic, and utilities. Best for complex residential projects.
  • Commercial Site Plan — $179: Includes parking, ingress/egress, dumpster areas, and parking space counts.
  • Commercial "The Works" — $279: Adds legal setbacks, topography, impervious surface calculation, vicinity map, and DWG file.

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MySitePlan is a veteran-owned company with over 80,000 site plans delivered and more than 8,000 verified five-star reviews from homeowners, contractors, and property managers across the country — including throughout Louisiana in cities like New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette, Metairie, and Bossier City. Plans have been accepted by local building departments and HOAs for permits ranging from fencing and decks to commercial construction and historic district submissions.

Every plan is drafted by a Drafterra Certified professional to meet the scaled-drawing standards that Louisiana parish and municipal building departments expect. If you're unsure whether a building permit is required for your project, understanding the risks of unpermitted work is a helpful starting point before you break ground.

Louisiana parishes served
County Permit Authority Site Plan Notes
East Baton Rouge Parish EBRP Department of Development Fence permits require servitude (easement) information noted on the site plan. Fences over 8 ft require professional engineering and wind speed certification.
Jefferson Parish Jefferson Parish Department of Inspection & Code Enforcement Fencing and storage sheds of any size require a building permit and site plan. Properties in flood zones must accompany permit applications with an elevation certificate.
Orleans Parish City of New Orleans — Department of Safety & Permits Projects in historic districts require review by the HDLC or Vieux Carré Commission before a building permit is issued; a 50% surcharge applies to permit fees in those areas.
St. Tammany Parish St. Tammany Parish Department of Development Services Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Flood zone properties must include an elevation certificate with permit applications.
Lafayette Parish Lafayette Consolidated Government — Permits & Inspections Standard residential setbacks are 20 ft front, 5 ft sides, 10 ft rear; fences over 7 ft require a permit. HOAs may impose more restrictive setbacks requiring updated site plans.
Caddo Parish Caddo Parish — City of Shreveport Permits & Inspections Site plans required for all new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Shreveport enforces the LSUCC statewide code on all accessory structures regardless of size exemptions.
Calcasieu Parish Calcasieu Parish Police Jury — Building & Permits Wind speeds above 100 mph in southern Louisiana; permits required for sheds over 120–200 sq ft. Flood zone parcels require elevation certificates with permit submissions.
Ouachita Parish Ouachita Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Monroe enforces LSUCC statewide code; verify local setback requirements with the parish office.
Livingston Parish Livingston Parish Department of Building & Permits Flood zone compliance is a key concern; many areas require elevation certificates alongside site plan submissions. Accessory structures require permits and a site plan showing setbacks.
Tangipahoa Parish Tangipahoa Parish Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, accessory structures, and fence permits. Flood zone properties must include elevation certificate documentation.
Ascension Parish Ascension Parish Planning & Development Site plans required for all residential and commercial permits. Flood zone compliance is critical; elevation certificates are required for new builds and additions in FEMA flood zones.
Bossier Parish Bossier Parish & Bossier City Building Department Site plan review requires plans showing roof lines, foundations, and any flowage easements if adjacent to Cypress-Black Bayou. Bossier City enforces LSUCC code on all structures.
Rapides Parish Rapides Area Planning Commission Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. The Rapides Area Planning Commission coordinates zoning and site plan review for the Alexandria area.
Terrebonne Parish Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government — Building Department Coastal flood zone requirements are stringent; elevation certificates commonly required alongside site plans. Accessory structures, sheds, and carports require permits and site plan submissions.
Lafourche Parish Lafourche Parish Building & Zoning Department Coastal parish with extensive flood zone areas; site plans must show structure setbacks and elevation compliance. Accessory structures require permits and site plan documentation.
St. Landry Parish St. Landry Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury office.
Iberia Parish Iberia Parish Government — Planning & Zoning Site plans required for permits involving new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Flood zone properties require elevation certificates with permit applications.
Vermilion Parish Vermilion Parish Police Jury — Building Department Coastal parish with widespread flood zone designations; site plans showing setbacks and structure location are required for permits. Elevation certificates required in FEMA flood zones.
Acadia Parish Acadia Parish Police Jury — Building & Permits Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback requirements with the parish office before submitting permit applications.
St. Martin Parish St. Martin Parish Government — Building & Zoning Site plans required for permits involving new construction and accessory structures. Flood zone areas are common; elevation certificates may be required alongside site plan submissions.
St. Charles Parish St. Charles Parish Department of Planning & Zoning Flood zone compliance is critical in this low-lying parish; site plans and elevation certificates are required for new construction and additions. Accessory structures require permits.
Lincoln Parish Lincoln Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Ruston enforces LSUCC statewide code; verify setbacks with the parish or city building department.
St. Mary Parish St. Mary Parish Government — Building & Permits Coastal and wetland areas require careful flood zone compliance; site plans must show setbacks and structure location. Elevation certificates required for permits in FEMA flood zones.
Vernon Parish Vernon Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury before starting any project.
Washington Parish Washington Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Bogalusa and Slidell-area projects should verify local permit requirements with the applicable city or parish office.
St. Bernard Parish St. Bernard Parish Government — Permits & Inspections Heavily flood-impacted parish; site plans and elevation certificates are required for virtually all construction permits. Setbacks from levees and waterways must be clearly shown.
St. John the Baptist Parish St. John the Baptist Parish — Building & Zoning Flood zone compliance is required; elevation certificates must accompany site plans for new construction in FEMA flood zones. Accessory structures and fences require permits.
Avoyelles Parish Avoyelles Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or local municipality.
Beauregard Parish Beauregard Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. DeRidder projects should verify permit requirements with the city building department directly.
Natchitoches Parish Natchitoches Parish Police Jury — Building & Permits Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback requirements with the parish or city of Natchitoches building department.
Webster Parish Webster Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Minden and Springhill projects should verify permit requirements with the applicable city building department.
Evangeline Parish Evangeline Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback and permit requirements with the parish office before starting any project.
Jefferson Davis Parish Jefferson Davis Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction and accessory structures. Flood zone areas require elevation certificates; verify permit requirements with the parish or Jennings city office.
Iberville Parish Iberville Parish Council — Building & Permits Flood zone compliance is important in this river-adjacent parish; site plans and elevation certificates are required for new construction. Accessory structures require permits and site plan submissions.
West Baton Rouge Parish West Baton Rouge Parish — Planning & Zoning Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Flood zone properties along the Mississippi River corridor require elevation certificates with permit applications.
De Soto Parish De Soto Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury before submitting applications.
Morehouse Parish Morehouse Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Bastrop projects should verify permit requirements with the city building department as well.
Plaquemines Parish Plaquemines Parish Government — Building & Permits Coastal parish with extensive flood zone areas; site plans and elevation certificates are required for all construction permits. Levee setbacks and floodway restrictions must be reflected on site plans.
Allen Parish Allen Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Oberlin city office.
Grant Parish Grant Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury before starting any project.
Sabine Parish Sabine Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current permit requirements with the parish police jury or Many city building office.
Union Parish Union Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Farmerville city office.
Assumption Parish Assumption Parish Police Jury — Building & Permits Flood zone areas are common in this low-lying parish; site plans and elevation certificates required for new construction. Accessory structures and fences require permits and site plan documentation.
Pointe Coupee Parish Pointe Coupee Parish Police Jury — Building Department River-adjacent parish with flood zone areas; site plans and elevation certificates required for construction permits. Verify setback requirements with the parish police jury.
Richland Parish Richland Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury before submitting applications.
Franklin Parish Franklin Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current permit and setback requirements with the parish police jury or Winnsboro city office.
East Feliciana Parish East Feliciana Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Clinton city building office.
St. James Parish St. James Parish Government — Building & Permits Flood zone compliance required along the Mississippi River corridor; site plans and elevation certificates needed for new construction. Accessory structures require permits.
Concordia Parish Concordia Parish Police Jury — Building Department River-adjacent parish; flood zone site plans must include elevation certificate documentation. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Vidalia city office.
West Feliciana Parish West Feliciana Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or St. Francisville city office.
LaSalle Parish LaSalle Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Jena city building office.
Jackson Parish Jackson Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current permit requirements with the parish police jury or Jonesboro city office.
Claiborne Parish Claiborne Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Homer city building office.
Winn Parish Winn Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local permit and setback requirements with the parish police jury or Winnfield city office.
Bienville Parish Bienville Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Arcadia city office.
St. Helena Parish St. Helena Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Greensburg city building office.
Caldwell Parish Caldwell Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current permit requirements with the parish police jury or Columbia city building office.
West Carroll Parish West Carroll Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Oak Grove city office.
Madison Parish Madison Parish Police Jury — Building Department Flood zone areas common near the Mississippi and Tensas rivers; site plans and elevation certificates required for new construction. Verify permit requirements with the parish police jury.
Catahoula Parish Catahoula Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify local setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or Harrisonburg city office.
Red River Parish Red River Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, room additions, and accessory structures. Verify current permit and setback requirements with the parish police jury or Coushatta city office.
East Carroll Parish East Carroll Parish Police Jury — Building Department Flood-prone area near the Mississippi; site plans and elevation certificates required for new construction permits. Verify requirements with the parish police jury or Lake Providence city office.
Cameron Parish Cameron Parish Police Jury — Building Department Coastal parish with high hurricane risk and extensive flood zones; site plans and elevation certificates are required for all construction permits. Verify requirements with the parish police jury.
Tensas Parish Tensas Parish Police Jury — Building Department Site plans required for new construction, additions, and accessory structures. Verify current setback and permit requirements with the parish police jury or St. Joseph city office.

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