Building Permits

The Vernon Parish Police Jury requires Building Permits for all new construction in Vernon Parish.  Building Permits can be obtained at 512 S. 3rd Street, Leesville – across the street from the Leesville Farmer’s Market (see item #3 below).

Building Permits:  Justis Osteen at 337.404.4081 or buildinginspectiongroup@gmail.com

Parish Building Inspector:  Billy McShan 337.404.4081 or billy@labig.net

PERMITS REQUIRED FOR VERNON PARISH

#1 – 911 PERMIT: (337) 238-9911

Get this permit number from the E911 office. Call first for information. As of October 1, 2014, there will be a fee for this permit.   Cash and personal checks are not accepted. Money orders and debit/credit cards are accepted. An actual 911 address will not be assigned to you until your front door is in place.

#2 – SEWER PERMIT: (337) 238-6410 ext. 2

Get this permit from the Vernon Parish Health Unit located next to Byrd Hospital in Leesville. Office Hours are 8:30 am – 4:00 pm. You will need an original legal description of the property with a seal on it from the Clerk of Courts.  The property owner must get the permit OR sign Designated Agent Form.

#3 – BUILDING PERMIT: (337) 404-4081

Get this permit from Building Inspection Group located at 512 S. 3rd Street – across the street from the Leesville Farmer’s Market.  Please bring the above permits and a copy of your legal description from the Tax Assessor’s office­­­­­.  If building a house, bring 2 sets of house plans and a Manual J effective January 1, 2015.  There is a fee for this permit.
Office Hours 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

*MUST HAVE ALL THREE PERMITS BEFORE ELECTRICITY WILL BE TURNED ON*