Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
Broussard is a city in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana. 11 rules below are quoted from official sources and independently re-checked, most recently on October 24, 2026. Rules for unincorporated land are on the Lafayette Parish page.
Moving a manufactured home or mobile home in Broussard city
“It shall be unlawful for any person to move a manufactured home or mobile home in the city without first securing a building permit from the city at the current permit rate. The home is required to be moved by movers, licensed in the State of Louisiana.”
Construction regulated by Broussard city
codes: IBC, IEBC, IRC, IMC, IFGC, National Electrical Code, and Louisiana State Plumbing Code (Applicable amendments)
“The city council hereby amends the City Code to implement each of the most currently adopted codes, along with any amendments thereto; also included is the adoption of each code's Chapter 1, Scope and Administration, in accordance with the provisions of R.S. 40:1730.26 and R.S. 40:1730.28, relative to the authority of the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC)”
Residential occupancy of recreational vehicles and similar recreational vehicles inside Broussard city limits
“Recreational vehicles, truck campers, camping trailers, travel trailers, or other types of vehicles used for recreational purposes may not be used for residential purposes, regardless of whether permanent or temporary.”
Camping on public property inside Broussard city limits
“No person shall camp on any public property, unless it is an area specifically authorized for camping or the person possesses a permit allowing camping in the area. This section does not apply to temporary structures or camps set up by a government agency or relief workers during a disaster or emergency situation.”
“No person shall camp on any public property, unless it is an area specifically authorized for camping or the person possesses a permit allowing camping in the area. This section does not apply to temporary structures or camps set up by a government agency or relief workers during a disaster or emergency situation.”
Manufactured and mobile homes inside Broussard city limits
home age: <= 15 years (Must also meet applicable standards and possess required seal)
“Each mobile home must meet the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety standards and must display a seal certifying that it was built in accordance with the standards and built within the last 15 years. The mobile home owner must provide proof of age of the mobile home before the permit may be issued or the home moved into the city.”
Subdivision proposals, including manufactured-home parks and subdivisions, inside Broussard city limits
base-flood-elevation data threshold: greater than 50 lots or five acres, whichever is lesser (If not otherwise provided pursuant to Sec. 30-30 or Sec. 30-60(8))
“All proposals for the development of subdivisions, including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions, shall meet floodplain development permit requirements of sections 30-31 and 30-61, as well as the provisions of this article. (c) Base flood elevation data shall be generated for subdivision proposals and other proposed development including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions which is greater than 50 lots or five acres, whichever is lesser, if not otherwise provided pursuant to section 30-30 or 30-60 (8).”
Subdivision proposals and residential construction in special flood hazards inside Broussard city limits
lowest floor elevation: >= 1 foot above base flood elevation (In special flood-hazard areas where BFE data has been provided)
“All proposals for the development of subdivisions, including the placement of manufactured home parks and subdivisions, shall meet floodplain development permit requirements of sections 30-31 and 30-61, as well as the provisions of this article.”
City building, plumbing, electrical, utility, septic, and related permits inside Broussard city limits.
residential/commercial building permit fee: $2.25 for each $1,000.00 of estimated construction costs; minimum $5.00 for construction costs of $2,500.00 or less USD · private sewage disposal system permit and inspection fee: 5 USD
“Building permit fee for residential and commercial construction $2.25 for each $1,000.00 of estimated construction costs provided; however, that there shall be a minimum fee of $5.00 for construction costs of $2,500.00 or less”
“Building permit fee for residential and commercial construction $2.25 for each $1,000.00 of estimated construction costs provided; however, that there shall be a minimum fee of $5.00 for construction costs of $2,500.00 or less”
Mobile-home permit applications inside Broussard city limits
“Application for permit under this article shall be filed with the city. Such application shall be by written letter of request or on a form furnished by the city and shall be signed by the owner. Before issuing any such permit, the mayor or his designee shall approve the application indicating compliance with the applicable requirements of this article or shall indicate in writing the conditions under which such permit may be approved, the city official shall provide a checklist to the applicant.”
We looked and could not find an official answer yet. Silence is not permission; ask Broussard or Lafayette Parish directly.
Each answer was extracted from an official source and independently re-checked against that source by a second reviewer. That is an evidence check, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the authority before you buy or build.
Unanswered questions are usually a sign that Broussard publishes no rule on the point, not that none exists. Lafayette Parish’s page lists the county offices to call.
Off-grid gear
Going off-grid in Broussard means bringing your own water and power. The kit we’d start with:
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