Jean Lafitte, Louisiana

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jefferson Parish

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $750.00Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Jefferson Parish which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$750.00License Cost
300 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$750.00
Renewalyearly
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistYes

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • prohibited in single-use residential zoning districts; allowed in mixed-use and commercial areas

Official Sources

jeffparish.gov/212/Hotel-Motel-Short-Term-Rental-Permits-an
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Jean Lafitte, Louisiana

Jean Lafitte, Louisiana has no separate city ordinance, so Jefferson Parish rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $750.00). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Jean Lafitte, Louisiana?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Jean Lafitte, Louisiana. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Jean Lafitte?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $750.00.

Where do these Jean Lafitte short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Jean Lafitte's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Jean Lafitte, Jefferson Parish, or Louisiana authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.