APPLICATIONS & FORMS

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Building, Electrical and Sign Permit Applications

Building Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a building permit in the City of Lafayette. 

Demolition Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a demolition permit in the City of Lafayette (includes interior demolitions only as well).

Electrical Only Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for an electrical only permit in the City of Lafayette. 

Event Oriented Sign Application - Submit this application to place a temporary sign in the City of Lafayette. 

Sign Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a permanent sign permit.  

Miscellaneous Forms

Owner Authorization Form - All permit applications must be authorized by the deeded owner or authorized agent. If someone other than the deeded owner or authorized agent is submitting a permit application please make sure the owner submits this form. No permits will be issued without owner authorization.

List of Contractors - For commercial and residential building permit projects a list of contractors is required. This should be used by applicants who need to submit a list of contractors to our office and did not include this list with their original permit application submittal.

Form 393 - To be completed if not submitted with your building permit application. 

Pre-Submittal Meeting Request - Submit this form to request a pre-submittal meeting related to your commercial project. 

Rental Property Inspection Request - The City has housing standards per City Code 13.01 . We have setup an inspection process to address concerns with these standards.This process is for tenants with lease agreements.  We do not perform home inspections for private property owners. Due to COVID-19 there may be delays in processing your request. Please call (765) 807-1050 if you have questions.

Right of Way Permit Applications

Right of Way Permit Application (Non-Utility) - Submit this application to apply for non-utility related right of way work such as sidewalks, tree work, and drive approaches. 

Right of Way Permit Application (Utility ONLY) - Submit this application to apply for a right of way permit associated with utility work such as gas or electric service, mass communications, sewer or water infrastructure, etc.

Oversize Load Application - Submit this application for transportation of oversize loads on city streets.

Dumpster Permit Application - Submit this application to place a dumpster in the city right of way. 

Road Closure Request - Submit this application to submit a request to close roads, sidewalks, alley’s etc. associated with construction related activities. 

Sewer and Water Permit Applications

Non-Residential Sewer Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a sewer permit associated with sewer mains and other non-residential sewer taps.

Residential Sewer Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a residential sewer tap permit.

Sewer Repair Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for a sewer repair permit associated with a sewer clean out, lateral repair or commercial trap installation (grease traps). 

Water Permit Application - Submit this application to apply for water tap permits. 

Business Related Applications

Business Compliance Application - Submit this application to apply for a business compliance certificate for your new business or location. 

Sidewalk Cafe Registration - Submit this application if you are planning on having a sidewalk cafe outside of your business. 

Transient Rental Registration - Submit this application if you are planning on operating a transient rental business in the city. 

Parklet-Streatery Application - Submit this application if you are planning on constructing and operating a parklet or streatery in  a parking space adjacent to your business. 

Personal Electric or Motorized Powered Vehicles - A shared mobility enterprise with devices for rent must submit an application to the City for approval and hold a valid permit issued by the City Engineering Department to operate within city limits. 

License Applications

Commercial Electrical License Application - Submit this application to apply for a commercial electrical license in the City of Lafayette. 

Residential Electrical License Application - Submit this application to apply for a residential electrical license in the City of Lafayette. 

Tree License Application - Submit this application to apply for or renew a tree license in the City of Lafayette. 

Change of Business Application - Submit this application to request to change the business associated with your business license account. 

*License Renewals are included with your annual renewal notice and will be sent by mail or email depending on your delivery preference.