HVAC Permits in Louisiana
Complete guide to HVAC permit requirements, energy code compliance, and building department information for contractors working in Louisiana.
Louisiana Energy Code Requirements
Understanding the energy efficiency standards that govern HVAC installations in Louisiana
Current Energy Code
2015 IECC
Current Standard
Statewide energy efficiency requirements for HVAC systems, equipment, and building envelope performance.
Common Requirements
Important Note
Local jurisdictions may have additional requirements beyond the state energy code. Always verify specific compliance needs with your local building department.
HVAC Permits by City in Louisiana
New Orleans
Zone 2AOrleans Parish • 62 ZIP codes
Baton Rouge
Zone 2AEast Baton Rouge Parish • 40 ZIP codes
Shreveport
Zone 3ACaddo Parish • 39 ZIP codes
Rapides
Zone 2ARapides • 31 ZIP codes
Jefferson
Zone 2AJefferson • 29 ZIP codes
Calcasieu
Zone 2ACalcasieu • 21 ZIP codes
St. Tammany
Zone 2ASt. Tammany • 20 ZIP codes
Lafayette
Zone 2ALafayette • 20 ZIP codes
Ouachita
Zone 3AOuachita • 19 ZIP codes
Tangipahoa
Zone 2ATangipahoa • 17 ZIP codes
Natchitoches
Zone 3ANatchitoches • 17 ZIP codes
St. Landry
Zone 2ASt. Landry • 15 ZIP codes
Pointe Coupee
Zone 2APointe Coupee • 14 ZIP codes
Avoyelles
Zone 2AAvoyelles • 14 ZIP codes
Terrebonne
Zone 2ATerrebonne • 13 ZIP codes
Lafourche
Zone 2ALafourche • 12 ZIP codes
Vernon
Zone 3AVernon • 12 ZIP codes
Caddo
Zone 3ACaddo • 12 ZIP codes
Ascension
Zone 2AAscension • 11 ZIP codes
Livingston
Zone 2ALivingston • 11 ZIP codes
Acadia
Zone 2AAcadia • 11 ZIP codes
Webster
Zone 3AWebster • 11 ZIP codes
St. Charles
Zone 2ASt. Charles • 10 ZIP codes
Plaquemines
Zone 2APlaquemines • 10 ZIP codes
St. Mary
Zone 2ASt. Mary • 10 ZIP codes
Allen
Zone 2AAllen • 9 ZIP codes
Iberville
Zone 2AIberville • 9 ZIP codes
De Soto
Zone 3ADe Soto • 9 ZIP codes
Sabine
Zone 3ASabine • 9 ZIP codes
St. James
Zone 2ASt. James • 8 ZIP codes
Vermilion
Zone 2AVermilion • 8 ZIP codes
Evangeline
Zone 2AEvangeline • 8 ZIP codes
East Baton Rouge
Zone 2AEast Baton Rouge • 8 ZIP codes
Franklin
Zone 3AFranklin • 8 ZIP codes
Iberia
Zone 2AIberia • 7 ZIP codes
Jefferson Davis
Zone 2AJefferson Davis • 7 ZIP codes
Bienville
Zone 3ABienville • 7 ZIP codes
Bossier
Zone 3ABossier • 7 ZIP codes
Lincoln
Zone 3ALincoln • 7 ZIP codes
Winn
Zone 3AWinn • 7 ZIP codes
St. Bernard
Zone 2ASt. Bernard • 6 ZIP codes
St. John the Baptist
Zone 2ASt. John the Baptist • 6 ZIP codes
Assumption
Zone 2AAssumption • 6 ZIP codes
Washington
Zone 2AWashington • 6 ZIP codes
Beauregard
Zone 2ABeauregard • 6 ZIP codes
East Feliciana
Zone 2AEast Feliciana • 6 ZIP codes
Richland
Zone 3ARichland • 6 ZIP codes
Morehouse
Zone 3AMorehouse • 6 ZIP codes
Union
Zone 3AUnion • 6 ZIP codes
Concordia
Zone 3AConcordia • 6 ZIP codes
Catahoula
Zone 3ACatahoula • 6 ZIP codes
Grant
Zone 3AGrant • 6 ZIP codes
West Feliciana
Zone 2AWest Feliciana • 5 ZIP codes
Claiborne
Zone 3AClaiborne • 5 ZIP codes
West Carroll
Zone 3AWest Carroll • 5 ZIP codes
LaSalle
Zone 3ALaSalle • 5 ZIP codes
St. Martin
Zone 2ASt. Martin • 4 ZIP codes
Cameron
Zone 2ACameron • 4 ZIP codes
West Baton Rouge
Zone 2AWest Baton Rouge • 4 ZIP codes
Jackson
Zone 3AJackson • 4 ZIP codes
Caldwell
Zone 3ACaldwell • 4 ZIP codes
Madison
Zone 3AMadison • 3 ZIP codes
East Carroll
Zone 3AEast Carroll • 3 ZIP codes
Tensas
Zone 3ATensas • 3 ZIP codes
St. Helena
Zone 2ASt. Helena • 2 ZIP codes
Red River
Zone 3ARed River • 2 ZIP codes
Orleans
Zone 2AOrleans • 1 ZIP codes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about HVAC permits and energy code compliance in Louisiana
1What energy code does Louisiana follow?
Louisiana follows the 2015 IECC for energy efficiency requirements. This includes specific standards for HVAC equipment efficiency, duct design, and building envelope performance.
2Are Manual J calculations required in Louisiana?
Most jurisdictions in Louisiana require Manual J load calculations for proper HVAC system sizing. Our free load calculation tool can generate the professional reports you need for permits.
3How long does it take to get HVAC permits in Louisiana?
Permit processing times vary by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 1-3 weeks. Having complete documentation including load calculations can speed up the process. Check with your local building department for specific timeframes.
4Do I need different permits for different types of HVAC work?
Yes, permit requirements vary based on the scope of work. New installations typically require mechanical permits, while simple repairs may not need permits. Replacements usually require permits if there are changes to the system capacity or ductwork.
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