Thibodaux, Louisiana

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lafourche Parish

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes - must meet requirements of Section 8.803.N of the City of Thibodaux's Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance

Official Sources

ci.thibodaux.la.us/forms/departments/pw/buildingpermits/building/Short%20Term%20Rental%20Occupancy%20Permit%20Application.pdf
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Thibodaux, Louisiana

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Thibodaux, Louisiana are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Thibodaux, Louisiana?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Thibodaux?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Thibodaux short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Thibodaux'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 Thibodaux, Lafourche Parish, or Louisiana authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.