Baton Rouge Residential Permit Guide

Baton Rouge residential permits cover new residences, accessory structures over 200 square feet, additions, structural modifications, roofing, windows, doors, pools, fences, generators, solar panels, driveways, and trade systems.

Permit takeaway

Baton Rouge lists many residential situations that require a permit, including new residences, accessory structures over 200 square feet, additions, structural modifications, roof replacement, windows, doors, pools, patio covers, fences, generators, solar panels, gas work, new circuits, water heaters, and driveway expansion.

Zoning and placement

Residential work is submitted through MyGovernmentOnline and may require flood zone, plan review, or Unified Development Code checks depending on scope and location.

Building and trade review

All inspections must be completed and successfully passed before a Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

Call before applying when

Call before applying if the project includes roofing, exterior wall sheathing, sheetrock in the thermal envelope, egress path changes, pool, fence, generator, solar, gas, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, water heater, or driveway expansion.

Documents to prepare

• MGO Connect account
• Residential plan review documents
• Project scope
• Contractor or homeowner affidavit when applicable
• Trade permit information

Inspection planning

• Apply online through MGO
• Upload documents
• Complete plan review
• Schedule inspections
• Pass all required inspections before occupancy approval

Official sources

• Baton Rouge Residential Permitting
• Baton Rouge Permits and Inspections
• Baton Rouge Development FAQ

This guide is a planning summary. Always verify the current requirements with the local office before starting work.