State Licensing Board for Contractors public meetings in 2022
11 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The Board will conduct several compliance hearings regarding alleged violations of state law, specifically focusing on contractors performing work without valid Louisiana licenses. The meeting also includes the consideration of various residential and commercial license applications, reciprocity requests, and home improvement registrations.
- Compliance hearing for Lexus Concrete LLC regarding a $677,850.00 project in Gonzales
- Compliance hearing for Alliance Builders Corporation and HJD Construction Solutions LLC regarding a $596,295.00 project in Metairie
- Compliance hearing for Carriere-Stumm, L.L.C. and SM Alamo System, LLC regarding a $417,350.00 project in Baton Rouge
- Review of residential construction and swimming pool license applications
- Review of home improvement registration applications
The Board approved the proposed 2023 operating budget and adjusted the 2022 budget. It resolved several compliance hearings through settlement offers or by assessing maximum fines and administrative costs. The Board also approved various commercial and residential license applications and classifications.
- Approved Proposed 2023 Operating Budget
- Adjusted 2022 Operating Budget revenues and expenditures
- Found Lexus Concrete LLC, Mr A/C Man LLC, Balli Plumbing Inc., and Allen Miller d/b/a AK Construction in violation; assessed maximum fines plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Accepted settlement offers for 11 contractors including Professional Fone Management, Inc. and Alliance Builders Corporation
- Assessed 360 Rail Services, LLC a $1,000 fine plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Approved residential license classifications, applications, and home improvement registrations
- Approved commercial applications and mold remediation applications
- Approved reciprocity and exemption requests
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors is meeting to consider compliance hearings for alleged licensing violations. The board will also review numerous applications for residential licenses, home improvement registrations, and commercial classifications.
- Compliance hearing for Sundown Renovations, Inc. regarding a $560,000 project in New Iberia
- Compliance hearing for Regas Contracting, LC regarding a $677,850 project in Gonzales
- Compliance hearing for Jory D. McDaniel regarding a $173,250 project in Harvey
- Review of 10 statutory citations with $500 payments each
- Review of residential license and home improvement registration applications
The Board approved multiple commercial and residential license applications, including mold remediation and reciprocity exemptions. It also resolved several compliance hearings through settlement offers and issued a maximum fine to one contractor.
- Approved settlement offers (no contest pleas) for Management Resource Systems, Inc., Jory D. McDaniel d/b/a Texas Ace Heating & Air, Ergon Construction Services, LLC, Sundown Renovations, Inc., Regas Contracting, LC, and UHC United Heating and Cooling, LLC
- Found Ernesto Rodriguez d/b/a Rodriguez Construction in violation and assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Granted continuances for 360 Rail Services, LLC and Allen Miller d/b/a AK Construction
- Approved additional classifications for residential licenses, residential applications, and home improvement applications
- Approved reciprocity and exemption requests
- Approved mold remediation application
- Approved commercial applications and additional classifications
- Accepted financial statement for the period ending October 31, 2022
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors will consider numerous alleged violations of Louisiana contractor licensing laws, including cases involving unlicensed work on projects such as the St. John the Baptist Water Meter project ($1,953,360) and Jefferson Parish Government Buildings ($2,156,781.90). The board will also review residential license applications, additional classifications, reciprocity requests, and a finance report. The agenda is primarily enforcement and licensing actions.
- St. John the Baptist Water Meter project ($1,953,360) in LaPlace: multiple companies alleged to have acted as unlicensed contractors or contracted with unlicensed contractors
- Jefferson Parish Government Buildings project ($2,156,781.90) in Jefferson Parish: New Era Information Technologies LLC alleged to have acted without a license
- La Quinta Inn New Orleans ($234,901.92) in Metairie: BBMK Contracting LLC alleged to have contracted with an unlicensed contractor
- Fire Truck Station (Big Lake) project ($74,700 and $59,500) in Cameron: Ranger Buildings LLC and Marlyn Watson alleged to have acted without licenses
- Dual Brand Marriott Remodel/Boston Pizza project ($350,000) in Shreveport: Francisco Aranda alleged to have acted without a license
The Board approved multiple residential and commercial license applications, reciprocity exemptions, and mold remediation requests. It also resolved numerous compliance hearings through settlement offers or by assessing fines and administrative costs for violations.
- Approved residential license classifications, applications, and home improvement registrations
- Approved commercial applications and additional classifications
- Approved reciprocity exemptions and mold remediation applications
- Accepted settlement offers for BBMK Contracting, Ranger Buildings, Marlyn Watson, P & H Builders, M.D.S. Builders, Inspire Electric, A-1 Electrical, Second Sight Systems, Metro Service Group, New Era Information Technologies, Alex Looney, and Vincent Construction
- Found Garcia Home Builders, HJ’s Waterworks & Piping (2 counts), EMP Enterprises, John Hanks, CelticBuild, and Francisco Aranda in violation; assessed maximum fines plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Assessed CNC Construction & Air Conditioning a $1,000 fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Assessed Forrest Scott Fencing a $1,000 fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Assessed Modern Classic Concepts a $6,000 fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs (reducible to $1,000 fine if documentation is provided)
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors will consider numerous alleged violations of contractor licensing laws, including unlicensed contracting, contracting with unlicensed contractors, and failure to maintain records. The board will also hear requests for rehearing on previously decided cases, consider applications for new licenses and additional classifications, and receive reports. Presentations to Baton Rouge Community College and Louisiana State University are scheduled.
- Compliance hearings for multiple companies, including Reliance Plumbing Group, Falcon Construction, and Porter Development Unlimited, with project amounts up to $686,370
- Requests for rehearing on cases involving Cisneros Vazquez Sheet Metal LLC, Julian Fernandez, Patrick Ellis, and Steven A. Marcel
- Consideration of residential and commercial license applications and additional classifications
- Presentations to Baton Rouge Community College and Louisiana State University
- Statutory citation payment of $1,000 for Christopher Laron Blake d/b/a Blake Plumbing
The Board conducted multiple compliance hearings, issuing fines and penalties to several contractors for statutory violations. It also approved various residential and commercial license applications and ratified the actions of the Residential Building Subcommittee.
- Suspended all licenses for Porter Development Unlimited, LLC for 60 days to produce records or face revocation; assessed $5,000 in fines and costs
- Found Ivan Salinas d/b/a RYM HVAC Duct Services in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Found DeepSouth AC LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Found MTS Home Solutions LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Found Chifici Maintenance L.L.C. d/b/a Pipe Runner Plumbing Repair in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 in administrative costs
- Found Kion Christopher Darkshani in violation; assessed $2,000 in fines and costs and revoked qualifying party status
- Approved residential and commercial license applications and additional classifications as listed on the agenda
- Accepted financial statements for the period ending August 31, 2022
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors is reviewing alleged licensing violations for several companies and individuals. The board will also consider requests for rehearings on previous cases and review numerous applications for residential and home improvement licenses.
- Hearing for Moises Villa regarding unlicensed work on a $75,438.71 Circle K project in Baton Rouge
- Hearing for Carroll Insulation & Window Co. Inc. regarding unlicensed work on a $237,386.00 project in Shreveport
- Hearing for Jimmy D Enterprises LLC regarding unlicensed mold remediation on a $103,721.50 project in Lake Charles
- Rehearing request for Charles Ikan Construction LLC regarding a $271,407.00 project in New Orleans
- Statutory citations of $500.00 each for TWG Construction, Centurion Stone of DFW, A-N-J Construction, Sequoia Construction, and Green Coatings
The Board approved various commercial, residential, and mold remediation applications and classifications. Several compliance hearings resulted in accepted settlement offers or fines for violations. The Board also ratified actions from the Residential Building Subcommittee.
- Approved commercial, residential, and mold remediation applications
- Accepted settlement offers for Moises Villa, T & E Electric, Carroll Insulation, and Jimmy D Enterprises
- Found GLS Masonry and Joey Knapp in violation; assessed maximum fines plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Assessed Copperhead Plumbing & Repairs maximum fine plus $1,000 costs, reducible if licensed within 120 days
- Dismissed one matter involving Copperhead Plumbing & Repairs
- Granted rehearing for Charles Ikan Construction; assessed $3,000 fine plus $500 costs, reducible if licensed within 120 days
- Denied rehearing request for HP Fontenot Builders LLC
- Approved financial statement for the period ending July 31, 2022
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors will consider 15 compliance hearings for alleged violations of Louisiana contractor licensing laws, including cases of unlicensed work and contracting with unlicensed firms. Projects range from a $14,426 residential job to an $850,000 hotel renovation. The board will also vote on residential applications, home improvement registrations, and reciprocity requests.
- Cathy Walker d/b/a Romel Enterprises: alleged unlicensed work on $850,000 Former Microtel Hotel project in Bossier City
- Lugedi Construction LLC: alleged unlicensed work on $475,350 Love's Travel Stop #806 in Monroe
- Judson Terrell d/b/a TRC Co.: continued hearing for alleged unlicensed work on $667,000 La-Tex Rubber hurricane repair in Lake Charles
- Parkway C&A, LP: alleged contract with unlicensed contractor for $71,648 Chuck E. Cheese project in Baton Rouge
- Consideration of residential building contractor applications and home improvement registrations
The Board approved various commercial, residential, and mold remediation applications and reciprocity exemptions. It also resolved multiple compliance hearings through settlement offers or administrative penalties.
- Approved residential and home improvement applications
- Approved commercial applications and additional classifications
- Approved mold remediation applications
- Approved reciprocity and exemption requests
- Fined Cathy Walker d/b/a Romel Enterprises Inc. $2,000 plus $1,000 costs
- Fined Cortes Plumbing Service, LLC maximum fine plus $1,000 costs
- Fined Perry Morgan Laborde d/b/a Perry’s Paint and Drywall $1,000 plus $1,000 costs
- Fined Judson Terrell d/b/a TRC Co. $5,000 plus $1,000 costs
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors is conducting compliance hearings regarding alleged unlicensed contracting and record-keeping violations. The board will also review applications for residential and commercial licenses, as well as requests for reciprocity.
- Compliance hearing for Holyfield Construction, Inc. regarding a $2,184,765.88 project in Lake Charles
- Compliance hearing for Chauhan Construction LLC regarding a $904,500.00 project in Shreveport
- Compliance hearing for LaRocque Homes and Outdoor Living, L.L.C. regarding a $377,124.00 project in Lake Charles
- Resolution to retain Landreneau & Associates, LLC as legal counsel
- Review of residential building contractor applications for multiple companies including 504 Restorations, LLC and Ashford Property Management, L.L.C.
The Commercial Board approved a resolution to retain Landreneau and Associates, LLC as special legal counsel from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025. The board also processed multiple compliance hearings, resulting in various fines, settlement acceptances, and one license revocation. Additionally, the board approved several batches of residential and commercial license applications.
- Approved resolution to retain Landreneau and Associates, LLC as special legal counsel (unanimous)
- Revoked all licenses and qualifying party status for Alfred Green Builders and Alfred Green
- Assessed $1,000 fine and $1,000 administrative costs for Bridges Construction Services, LLC
- Assessed $5,000 fine and $1,000 administrative costs for Angel Plasencia (reducible to $1,000 fine if licensed within 120 days)
- Found Jorge Sanchez, Cisneros Vazquez Sheet Metal LLC, American Plumbing & Mechanical LLC, and Valico Construction, LLC in violation and assessed maximum fines plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Approved residential applications, home improvement registrations, and commercial applications as listed on the agenda
- Approved the 2021 Audit Report and financial statement for the period ending April 30, 2022
- Accepted settlement offers for Guillory Professional Services, LLC, O'Quinn Services, L.L.C., and TPI Construction & Painting, Inc.
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors is conducting hearings regarding alleged violations, including working without a license and failing to maintain project records. The board will also consider various residential and commercial license applications and a 2021 audit report.
- Hearing for Ronald Francis Jouandot II regarding records for a $662,500 project at 7047 Louis XIV Street
- Hearing for Judson Terrell d/b/a TRC Co regarding unlicensed work on a $667,000 project
- Hearing for Alliance Builders Corporation regarding records for a $532,000 project
- Hearing for Dragan Segvic LLC regarding unlicensed contracting and records for a $310,569 project
- Review of the 2021 Audit Report
The Board approved numerous commercial, residential, and mold remediation applications and classifications. It also conducted compliance hearings, resulting in license suspensions, fines, and the acceptance of several settlement offers.
- Suspended commercial license and testing ability of Abid Fayaz Khan for one year
- Assessed $1,000 penalty to Dragan Segvic LLC and ordered documentation within 7 days
- Assessed $1,000 penalty to Ronald Francis Jouandot II and ordered documentation within 7 days
- Assessed $1,000 fine and $1,000 administrative costs to Sam's Construction LLC
- Assessed maximum fine and $1,000 administrative costs to Maxwell Construction LLC
- Assessed maximum fine and $1,000 administrative costs to Cristobal Felipe d/b/a GCA Construction
- Approved residential applications, home improvement registrations, and commercial applications
- Approved mold remediation applications and reciprocity exemptions
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The Commercial Board will review numerous alleged violations involving unlicensed contracting and improper contracts. The meeting also includes consideration of residential license applications and reciprocity requests.
- Compliance hearing: Titan Core LLC regarding unlicenced work on Maplewood Manor Apartments ($569,526.00)
- Compliance hearing: Ryan Saleh regarding unlicenced work on City Town Laundromat project ($399,698.38)
- Compliance hearing: Taylor Made Contractors, LLC regarding unlicenced work on River Highlands Condos Roofing ($250,889.62)
- Compliance hearing: Carreras Roofing & Construction LLC regarding unlicenced work on Ultimate Medical Services Hurricane Repair ($150,996.00)
- Review of residential building and roofing license applications
The Board approved various commercial and residential license applications, reciprocity exemptions, and mold remediation requests. It also resolved multiple compliance hearings through settlement offers, fines, and no-contest pleas.
- Approved residential license classifications, applications, and home improvement registrations
- Approved commercial applications and additional classifications
- Approved reciprocity and exemption requests
- Approved mold remediation applications
- Found Titan Core LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Found John Hanks d/b/a Integrity Carpentry and Services in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Found Shaw AC & Electrical LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 administrative costs
- Found Generators Unlimited of Louisiana, L.L.C. in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $1,000 administrative costs
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The Commercial Board is reviewing alleged licensing violations and hearing requests. The body is also considering numerous applications for residential building licenses and home improvement registrations.
- Hearing for Perrier Esquerre Contractors, LLC regarding a $71,099.00 project in New Orleans
- Hearing for Roofing Steel Construction LLC regarding a $178,350.00 project in Lake Charles
- Hearing for LisCo, L.L.C. regarding a $168,000.00 project in Abbeville
- Rehearing for Ackel Construction Company, LLC regarding a $4,970,521.00 project in New Orleans
- Statutory citations and $500.00 payments for 10 companies including Gremillion's Plumbing, Inc.
The Board accepted several settlement offers for compliance violations and issued fines to two contractors. It also approved various residential and commercial license applications, reciprocity exemptions, and mold remediation requests.
- Accepted settlement offers for Perrier Esquerre Contractors, Roofing Steel Construction, LisCo, Edna Lumber Co., Efrain Maya, and Tigerland Washateria
- Found Steven A. Marcel in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $500 administrative costs
- Found Mills Lake Construction, LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $500 administrative costs
- Suspended Accardo and Lambert Plumbing and Heating, Inc. commercial license and qualifying party status for two years
- Found Ackel Construction Company, LLC in violation; assessed $10,000 penalty plus $500 administrative costs
- Approved residential applications, home improvement applications, and commercial applications
- Approved reciprocity and exemption requests
- Approved mold remediation applications
State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Licensing Board for Contractors will hear multiple cases of alleged unlicensed contracting and unpaid judgments, including projects in New Orleans, Monroe, Lake Charles, and other locations. The board will also review applications for commercial and residential licenses, additional classifications, and home improvement registrations.
- Big Yellow Construction LLC unpaid judgment in favor of Airpro Services Inc. (Civil District Court, Orleans Parish)
- Creative Edge Contractors and Crecensio Martinez for unlicensed work on Express Supply Rental Storage Building ($152,676.13) in Broussard
- Affiliated Multi-Family Services and Commercial Roofing Specialists for Trace Apartments Hurricane Repair ($225,000) in Lake Charles
- Magellan Construction and four subcontractors for Biomat Plasma Center project ($536,230.44) in New Orleans
- S&W Construction Partners and multiple subcontractors for Love's Travel Stop #806 ($694,959) in Monroe
The Board adjudicated multiple compliance cases, issuing fines and suspending the license of Big Yellow Construction LLC. The Board also approved various commercial and residential license applications and accepted the year-end 2021 financial statement.
- Suspended license for Big Yellow Construction LLC until judgment is paid or payment plan is met
- Assessed $10,000 fine plus $500 administrative costs for S & W Construction Partners LP
- Found Crecensio Martinez d/b/a Metal Building Construction in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $500
- Found Affiliated Multi-Family Services, Inc. in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $500
- Found Sean's Landscaping, LLC in violation; assessed maximum fine plus $500 (reducible to $2,500 plus $500 if licensed within 90 days)
- Approved residential license classifications, applications, and home improvement registrations
- Approved commercial applications and mold remediation applications
- Accepted financial statement for the period ending December 31, 2021