Permits & licensing in Louisiana local government
What Louisiana city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about permits & licensing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
105 Louisiana meetings since 2024 covered permits & licensing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Louisiana with the most permits & licensing activity
- Baton Rouge, LA (22)
- St. Charles Parish, LA (13)
- Gretna, LA (9)
- Lutcher, LA (8)
- Bastrop, LA (8)
- Kenner, LA (8)
- Plaquemine, LA (7)
- Bossier City, LA (5)
- Baker, LA (5)
- Leesville, LA (4)
- Sulphur, LA (3)
- Thetownofplaindealing, LA (3)
Latest matching meetings
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to review liquor licenses and ordinance violations
The board will consider permanent liquor license applications for four businesses and review a contested application for Golf Haven. Additionally, the board will hold hearings on six citations for violations of the Wine, Beer & Liquor Ordinance.
Board of Adjustment to review business and setback requests
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider two land-use applications. The board will decide on a special exception for a home-based business and a variance for a commercial property setback.
Variance request for restaurant at 104 & 108 Jefferson St to reduce 300‑ft distance
The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a variance request to allow a proposed restaurant at 104 Jefferson Street (Parcel No. 0337042050) and 108 Jefferson Street (Parcel No. 03373475022A) to be located closer than the city’s 300‑foot minimum distance from the First Pentecostal Church’s Activities Building…
City to negotiate depository contract after receiving no bids
The Mayor and Board of Selectmen will consider appointments to the Municipal Planning Commission and Civil Service Board. The board will also review an alcohol permit for a motorcycle event and address the lack of bids for a city depository.
Committee reviews joint permit applications and five coastal master‑plan projects
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will hear the manager’s briefing on seven joint permit applications, including withdrawals, exemptions and state proposals. Members will receive an update on five projects that have passed the initial screening for the CPRA Coastal Master Plan. The meeting will also cover discussion…
Council will consider two ordinances changing license fees and meeting times
The Leesville City Council will review Ordinance 10 of 2026, which amends occupational license fees, penalties, and interest, and Ordinance 11 of 2026, which updates meeting‑time rules and repeals conflicting ordinances. A public hearing for both ordinances is scheduled for July 27, 2026. The council will also receive…
Bossier City MPC reviews zoning changes and alcohol permits for local businesses
The Bossier City Metropolitan Planning Commission will hold public hearings on five conditional use applications, including requests to sell alcohol at three commercial sites and a request to add a second residential unit. Commissioners will also conduct preliminary hearings on two zoning amendments that would change…
Board reviews multiple new beer & liquor license applications
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review Notice of Intent applications for Class A and Class B beer and liquor licenses for several businesses, including Dash ’N Pass, Parish Biscuit Co, Da Supper House, Nammii Asian Kitchen, and Siana Distribution Group. The board will also hear citations for under‑age…
Commission considers wireless monopole permit at Lockport Township High School
The Plan & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a continuing case regarding a special use permit. The body is reviewing a proposal for a wireless communications monopole.
Gretna Council considers $1.6 million property purchase on 5th Street
The Mayor and City Council will vote on purchasing property at #18 5th Street and approve several infrastructure contracts. The body will also consider zoning changes for 17th Street and a new ordinance regarding cat colonies.
Coastal Zone Commission to review industrial and infrastructure permits
The Commission will discuss updates on industrial projects and review new requests for facility construction. The meeting also includes a review of several state-level coastal use permits for pipeline repairs and well plugging.
Alcohol Board reviews liquor licenses and underage sales violations
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review several new liquor license applications and accountant reports. The board will also hold hearings regarding formal opposition to a license and citations for selling alcohol to minors.
City Council to approve software contracts and special use permits
The Lockport City Council will consider approving contracts for software services and special use permits for two local businesses. The meeting includes a public comment session and an executive session on personnel matters.
Board to hear opposition to 3 Amigos bar license, rule on Sherwood Food Mart citations
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review several new liquor license applications and permanent license requests. It will also hold an opposition hearing for a Class B license at 3 Amigos and consider citations against Sherwood Food Mart for Clean Air Act violations.
City to apply for FEMA flood mitigation and resilience grants
The Board of Selectmen will hold a public hearing and regular meeting. Key actions include approving a re-subdivision for Discount Tobacco, authorizing a FEMA grant application for flood mitigation, and changing utility meter reading policies to require physical access instead of customer photos.
Committee to discuss EMU 5, 6 and introduce EMU 8 for Westbank Community
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will vote on previous meeting minutes, review determinations on 14 Joint Permit Applications (including denials and conditional use permits), and discuss updates on coastal zone activities. They will also hold discussions on EMU 5 and 6, and introduce EMU 8 for the Westbank…
Sulphur City Council to hold public hearings on water rates and property tax millage
The City Council will discuss water rates for 2027-2030 and introduce an ordinance for 2026 property tax millage rates. The body will also consider multiple building condemnations and zoning requests.
City Council adopts new water rate schedule for 2027‑2030
The Sulphur City Council will consider and adopt several ordinances, including a water‑rate ordinance that sets flat and metered rates for fiscal years 2027‑2030. It will hold public hearings on a land‑use exception for Flamingo Investments at 1100 Lori Lane, a rezoning for 925 Prater Road, and multiple liquor‑license…
Beer Board to decide on two permit applications
The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will meet to take action on two beer permit applications. One is for on-premises sales at The Snack Place 1 on Mahr Avenue. The other is for off-premises sales at Aldi #103 on North Locust Avenue.
Commission considers modular home, lot split, and home occupation permits
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests: a home occupation permit for Thrivance Health dba Reflourish Wellness at 128 Duhe Dr., a resubdivision of two lots into two at 815 Barber Road, and a special permit for a modular home at 214 Wenger Road. The board will also vote on approving…
Board to hear citations for selling alcohol to minors
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review applications for new liquor licenses and hold hearings on citations against three businesses for allegedly selling alcohol to underage persons. The board will also consider notice of intent applications for a convenience store and a sub shop.
Council to hear request to suspend alcohol permit at 4101 Hollywood Ave.
The Shreveport City Council holds a special meeting solely to consider suspending an alcohol beverage permit for R & W Consumers at 4101 Hollywood Ave. No other business will be conducted at this session.
Board to decide on four alcohol permit applications
The Alcohol Review Board will consider applications for alcoholic beverage permits from four businesses. The meeting includes a review for Jumbo Gators LLC, Nelson Petro Fuel LLC, Allen Springs LLC, and No Boundaries of Lake Charles LLC. Two applications are for previously named establishments.
Board to hear 4th-offense alcohol citation for Tiger Express
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review three new license applications and hear a citation against Tiger Express for a fourth alcohol sales violation to minors. The board will also consider a permanent license for Daruma Ramen Bar and Grill and review two other applications for beer and liquor licenses.
Board to consider $10M sales tax bonds and rental variance
The Board of Selectmen will hold public hearings on a variance for a seven-unit rental community and a special use permit for an auto detail shop. The main agenda items include preliminary approval of up to $10 million in sales tax bonds, adoption of an ad valorem tax ordinance, and a policy confirming utility…
Coastal committee to discuss permit applications and new swamp management units
The Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will review joint permit applications, including several from Public Works, Shell, and Entergy, and discuss updates on coastal activities. The meeting also covers the introduction of two new Emergency Management Units (EMUs) for the New Sarpy and Ormond Swamps.
Council to vote on track club event at Coconut Beach
The Kenner City Council will consider approving a public gathering permit for the New Orleans Track Club to hold a summer series event at Coconut Beach on June 9, 2026. The item is on the consent agenda.
Beer Board to decide on festival series beer permit
The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will vote on a special events permit application for the Amp Music Festival Series 2026. The permit would allow beer sales at Veterans Park on ten dates from May to September 2026.
Coastal Zone Advisory Board to review residential land use and state permits
The St. James Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Board will discuss a request to determine if a property is suitable for a home, shed, and pond. The board will also review several state-level permit applications for pipeline maintenance and dredging.
Historic District Commission to review building permits and renovations
The Gretna Historic District Commission will consider issuing Certificates of Appropriateness for various exterior modifications, including sheds, windows, and signs, at addresses across the city. The meeting will also address a preliminary conference for a residential renovation and review previously approved…
Gretna council to approve budget and water meter project change order
The Gretna Mayor and City Council will consider adopting the revised 2025-2026 budget and approving a change order for a water meter replacement project. The meeting also includes consent agenda items for alcohol outlet permits and resolutions regarding community development block grants.
Board to hear 4th offense underage sale citation at Sherwood Shell Market
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review several new license applications and accountant reports for permanent licenses, and hold hearings on multiple citations including a 4th offense for selling alcohol to underage persons. The board also addresses a citation for operating without a permit.
Committee to discuss EMUs 7, 11 and introduce new EMUs 2-4
The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will discuss EMUs 7 and 11, introduce new EMUs 2, 3, and 4, and review multiple Joint Permit Applications (JPAs) including permits for SCP Public Works, Shell, Phillips 66, and others. The meeting also includes a briefing on recent coastal zone activities and a…
Board reviews multiple liquor license applications and citations
The board will consider a variety of new permanent liquor license applications and review citations against several businesses for violations including sales to minors and operating without a license. Hearings are scheduled for seven citations, including a second-offense sale to minors at Uncle Mo Food Mart.
Beer Board to consider permit for Yamato Japanese Steakhouse
The Lawrenceburg Beer Board will meet to take action on a beer permit application. The request is for the sale of beer for on-premises consumption.
Board will hear liquor license violation citations and review new license applications
The board will review applications for Class A Beer & Liquor licenses from VALS BR LLC (7242 Perkins Rd.) and Southern Oaks Athletic Club (15253 Shenandoah Ave.). It will hold hearings on multiple citations issued for violations of the Wine, Beer & Liquor Ordinance, including several counts against Locals Bar &…
City Council approves $2 million debt for Clean Water loan program
The Kenner City Council will vote on a $2,000,000 debt issuance to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund. It will also consider multiple contracts and bids ranging from road resurfacing to police equipment, and approve several public gathering permits and zoning…
Board to consider six new beer & liquor license applications
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Board will review two Notice of Intent applications for new licenses, hold a hearing on citation #4873 for a Wine, Beer & Liquor ordinance violation, and consider six permanent Class A or B beer and liquor license applications. The agenda items are listed under Review, Hearings, and…
Plaquemine Board of Selectmen to consider infrastructure grant application
The Board of Selectmen will decide on resolutions for wastewater pollution reports and a grant application for infrastructure projects. The meeting includes presentations from judicial candidates and a local author, as well as requests for temporary alcohol permits.
Coastal committee reviews joint permit applications and discusses EMUs.
The St. Charles Parish Coastal Zone Advisory Committee will review six joint permit applications, hear a presentation from the Pontchartrain Conservancy, and discuss Emergency Management Units 12, 13, and 14. The meeting also includes updates on coastal zone activities and announcements regarding regional workgroups.