Louisiana § RS 33:4744 - Building permits
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4744 — Building permits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:4744. Building permits
Such municipalities may require building permits and permits for repairs, which permits shall be granted according to uniform rules, and shall never be refused when the application setting forth the character of the building to be constructed, or the natures of the repairs, conforms to the requirements of the ordinances of the municipality passed in pursuance of this Subpart. All applications shall be passed upon by the governing body of the municipality, or the committee designated by it, within ten days after their filing.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:4744
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:4744 cover?
Section RS 33:4744 ("Building permits") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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