Welcome to the City of Lafayette's Online Service Portal
Whether you're a contractor, property owner, or authorized agency, our Online Services Portal provides a convenient way to complete essential tasks and stay connected with your city.
Our Services:
- Permits: Submit and manage your building, electrical, plumbing, or other permits with ease. Our portal offers step-by-step guidance to simplify the application process.
- Projects: Submit planning projects like development applications, request pre-application meetings all in one central area.
- Events: Having an event in the city? Easily submit a request regarding your event so key City staff is aware.
- Inspections: Schedule and manage necessary inspections with ease all through the online portal.
- Licenses: Apply for and manage business licenses, liquor licenses, short-term rental licenses, contractor registrations, and other required city licenses in one convenient location.
Why Use Our Portal?
Our Online Services Portal is designed to be collaborative, transparent, and functional — making it easier to work with the City of Lafayette.
- Collaborative: City departments coordinate behind the scenes so your application or request moves smoothly through review.
- Transparent: Clear requirements, consistent processes, and real-time updates help you understand what to expect at every step.
- Functional: Submit applications, schedule inspections, pay fees, and manage your projects in one secure, easy-to-use system.
Registered Users Can:
- Access existing permits and projects
- Apply for different applications all in one place
- Schedule inspections
- Pay the necessary fees
- Communicate directly with staff members
Unregistered Users Can:
- Search basic permit and project information
- Search registered licensees
How to Register:
- Click 'My Profile' from the menu option, directing you to the sign-in page.
- Under the login fields you'll find a 'Register as a new user' hyperlink, click it.
- Complete the necessary fields following the necessary requirements for username and password compliancy. Once done click 'Register'
- This applies to both Public Users and Contractors. Once registered, you can log in to access all available services and start any permitting process.
Getting Started:
- Create an Account: Register as a new user to access all features of the portal. It only takes a few minutes!
- IMPORTANT: If you've been working with the City of Lafayette and have open permits or past projects, please use the same email address you've continuously used with the city to get access to migrated records to the new system.
- Explore Services: Navigate through the menu to select the service you need. Check the portal options to get familiar with the system.
- Follow the Steps: Each service includes clear instructions to guide you through the process. However, if you get stuck or need help there is a 'Comments' section in your portal which allows you to chat with the City of Lafayette staff or you can always call us for assistance at 303-665-5588.