Electronic Building Permits Jefferson Parish LA

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SFP has experience with the intricacies of various jurisdictions and the programs utilized for electronic submittals and permit tracking, including but not limited to:

  • Accela®
  • E-Trakit®
  • MobilEyes®
  • EnerGov®
  • CivicPlus®
  • CitizenAccess®

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JEFFERSON PARISH BUILDING PERMITS

My Permit Now has been launched by the Department of Inspection and Code Enforcement of the City of Jefferson Parish as an electronic building permit portal. 

The web-based system allows homeowners, contractors and permit expediters in Jefferson Parish users to apply for and receive ePermits for a number of construction projects in the city.

Which Projects Require an Electronic Building Permit in Jefferson Parish?

An ePermit in Jefferson Parish is required for any project that includes:

  • Residential or commercial construction
  • Enlarging a structure
  • Altering or repairing a building
  • Demolishing an existing structure
  • Change the occupancy of a building or structure
  • Construction work, including driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, etc., within the Metairie Ridge Tree Protection District and the Old Metairie Neighborhood Conservation District also requires a tree preservation application.

The Residential Building Permit Application Process in Jefferson Parish

There are a number of guidelines that must be met in order to receive an online building permit in Jefferson Parish for residential projects:

  1. The property owner, contractor or permit puller must identify the correct building permit for your needs, then fill out an application.
  • Owner obtaining permit must submit Affidavit Claiming Exemption from Licensure 
  • Contractor must possess valid Louisiana State Residential Contractor’s License 
  • Contractor without a valid Louisiana State Residential Contractor’s License applying for permit for home improvement with a fair market value between $7,500.00 and $75,000.00, must possess a Louisiana State Home Improvement Registration2. Current Stamped Survey. (Showing All Existing Improvements) 
  1. Electronic Set of Dimensioned Stamped Plans by a Registered Architect or Civil Engineer. The following is the minimum information required on plans: 
  • Plot Plan 
  • Drainage Plan is required for new construction on lots with depth of 200 feet or more. 
  • Foundation Plan (Pile Class/Length and Design Load) 
  • Floor Plan 
  • Building Elevations – Front, Rear, Sides 
  • Framing Plan (direction, size, spacing, etc. of all framing members) 
  • Section Framing 
  • Construction Details 
  • Additions Must Show Existing Floor Plan 
  1. Submit the application and wait for the Department of Inspection and Code Enforcement to provide feedback for any changes that must be made.
  2. Submit changes for final approval, then receive the Jefferson Parish Building Permit.

Commercial Online Building Permit Application in Jefferson Parish

All new commercial buildings, additions and interior renovations such as retail building to restaurant or bar, warehouse to auto repair or any change in use require the following documents for an electronic building permit in Jefferson Parish:

  1. One complete electronic set of dimensioned building plans with all requirements as in paragraph (1A) above, including plot plans delineating parking and any information pertaining to the construction of the parking lots, curb cuts, subsurface drainage, etc. 
  2.  One digital copy of a current survey showing all improvements. 
  3. Any updated documents after the review board has responded with requirements

The failure to provide the right documentation in the proper format will lead to your application being declined, adding more time to the approval process for your ePermit in Jefferson County.

We Help You Navigate the Jefferson County Building Permit Process

Service First Permits has the knowledge and experience in online permit pulling to present the information correctly, avoiding delays in residential and commercial construction.

To discover exactly how we may assist you in obtaining an online building permit in Jefferson Parish, contact us now for a free consultation.

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