Solar Permit Requirements in Louisiana

Installing solar panels in Louisiana requires permits from your local building department. Below you will find city-specific permit costs, timelines, and document requirements to help you plan your solar project.

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Net Metering

None

State Tax Credit

13¢/kWh

Avg Electricity Rate

Cities in Louisiana

Select your city for specific permit costs, timelines, and required documents for solar installation.

New Orleans

13.5¢/kWh · 4.9h sun/day

Avg bill: $150/mo · Entergy New Orleans

Baton Rouge

12.8¢/kWh · 4.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $142/mo · Entergy Louisiana

Shreveport

12.5¢/kWh · 4.8h sun/day

Avg bill: $138/mo · Southwestern Electric Power (SWEPCO)

Lafayette

13¢/kWh · 4.9h sun/day

Avg bill: $145/mo · Lafayette Utilities System

Lake Charles

12.8¢/kWh · 4.9h sun/day

Avg bill: $140/mo · Entergy Louisiana

Kenner

13.5¢/kWh · 4.9h sun/day

Avg bill: $148/mo · Entergy Louisiana

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