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- Updated Oct 2026
How to Get Your Louisiana Code Official License
Louisiana licenses building officials through ICC certification exams and the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC). Here’s which exams to take, in what order, and how to stay current.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council requirements
Application fee
Not stated
Contact the LSUCCC
Exam time
2 hrs
Legal module (MG); others not stated
Time to get license
Not stated
Depends on passing 3 ICC modules
Continuing ed
10 hrs
Every year
Overview
Do you need a Louisiana code official license?
To work as a building official in Louisiana, you need licensure through the LSUCCC. You earn it by passing three ICC certification exams: Legal, Management and Building Codes and Standards.
License required when
- You’ll serve as a building official reviewing plans, issuing permits and inspecting buildings
- You enforce state and local construction codes on residential or commercial buildings
- You coordinate with other departments and emergency management on code compliance
Common exceptions
- There’s no separate state-written exam: ICC certification exams are the path
- The source covers the building official only, so ask the LSUCCC about other inspector roles
Working without a license
The source doesn’t list penalties. The LSUCCC oversees code official licensure, so confirm you’re licensed before you take on building official duties.
Your fast-track Louisiana code official license checklist
The Louisiana application, one page
- Passing ICC Legal module (MG)
- Passing ICC Management module (MM)
- Passing ICC Building Codes module (BC)
- Application to the LSUCCC
- Plan for 10 hours of CE each year
Types
Louisiana code official license types and classifications
The source covers one license: building official. You qualify by passing three ICC modules.
BO
ICC exams
Building Official
Reviews plans, issues permits, conducts inspections and enforces construction codes on residential and commercial buildings.
Exam
ICC MG + MM + BC
Limit
Statewide licensure
Requirements
Louisiana code official license requirements, class by class
Licensure comes down to three ICC exams, taken in order, and registration with the LSUCCC.
| Requirement | Building Official |
|---|---|
| Legal module | ICC MG exam |
| Management module | ICC MM exam |
| Building codes module | ICC BC exam |
| Exam order | MG and MM before BC |
| Experience | Not stated |
| Continuing education | 10 hours a year |
Steps
How to get your Louisiana code official license, step by step
- Contact the LSUCCCBefore you start
Call 225-922-0817 or visit lsuccc.dps.louisiana.gov to confirm the current application steps. - Pass the Legal module (MG)Exam day
75 questions in 2 hours, open book. Covers code adoption, permits, legal due process, warrants and records. - Pass the Management module (MM)Exam day
Covers communication, public service, budgets, personnel supervision and code enforcement records. - Pass Building Codes and Standards (BC)After MG and MM
80 questions on occupancy, fire protection, accessibility, structural provisions and plan review. You must pass MG and MM first. - Apply to the LSUCCCAfter you pass
Submit your application with your ICC results to the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council. - Renew every year10 hrs CE
Complete 10 hours of continuing education and renew annually.
Exam
What to expect on the Louisiana code official exam
Louisiana building officials pass three ICC modules. Legal and Management come first. Building Codes and Standards comes last.
Format
Open book (MG)
Questions
75 (MG), 80 (BC)
Passing score
Not stated
Exam vendor
ICC
Scoring & content
- Legal (MG): 75 questions, 2 hours, open book
- Management (MM): communication, budgets, personnel and records
- Building Codes (BC): 80 questions on occupancy, fire protection, accessibility and structure
- MM question count and time not stated
Retake policy
- Not stated in the source
- MG and MM must be passed before BC
- Ask the LSUCCC or ICC about retakes
Exam references · Open book
ICC exams are open book: you can bring bound, published copies of the listed references, but not study guides or practice questions. Which books you need depends on the ICC exams you take, and the code year you register for sets the edition.
| Book | Edition | Use |
|---|---|---|
| International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| International Building Code (IBC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| International Fire Code (IFC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| Legal Aspects of Code Administration | 2017 | Allowed in exam |
| Building Department Administration | 5th edition | Allowed in exam |
| Human Resources Management for Public and Nonprofit Organizations | 4th edition | Allowed in exam |
| International Residential Code (IRC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| Inspector Skills | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| A Budgeting Guide for Local Government | 4th edition (3rd or 4th edition may be brought) | Allowed in exam |
| International Mechanical Code (IMC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| International Plumbing Code (IPC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) | 2021 or 2024 (candidate picks the code year) | Allowed in exam |
| NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC) | 2020 (2021 exam) or 2023 (2024 exam) | Allowed in exam |
| Special Inspection Manual | 2018 edition (2021 BC exam) or 2021 edition (2024 BC exam) | Allowed in exam |
| ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities | 2017 | Allowed in exam |
| ICC A117.1 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (listed for the 2021 BC exam only) | 2009 | Allowed in exam |
Prep
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Costs
How much does a Louisiana code official license cost?
| Item | Type | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| ICC Legal module (MG) | Fixed | Not stated |
| ICC Management module (MM) | Fixed | Not stated |
| ICC Building Codes module (BC) | Fixed | Not stated |
| LSUCCC application | Fixed | Not stated |
| Code books | Variable | Varies |
| Exams and application | Fees not published in the source | Not stated |
Contact the LSUCCC at 225-922-0817 for current fees.
Reciprocity
Does Louisiana accept out-of-state code official licenses?
The source doesn’t describe reciprocity for Louisiana building officials. Because the exams are ICC certifications, ask the LSUCCC whether ICC certificates you already hold count.
No reciprocity agreements
None are stated. Plan to apply as a new applicant with passing MG, MM and BC results.
Local
Do Louisiana cities and counties have their own code official licensing rules?
The LSUCCC handles licensure statewide. The parish or city you work for handles permits and day-to-day enforcement.
State handles
- Code official licensure through the LSUCCC
- Continuing education requirements
- Annual renewals
City & county handle
- Hiring building officials
- Permits and inspections
- Local code enforcement
Governance
Who regulates code officials in Louisiana
Licensing authority
Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC)
225-922-0817
Oversight responsibilities
- Licenses building officials
- Accepts ICC certification exams for licensure
- Sets continuing education requirements
- Handles annual renewals
Maintenance
How to renew your Louisiana code official license and keep it active
Louisiana code official licenses renew every year. You need 10 hours of continuing education each cycle.
Renewal cycle
Every year
CE hours
10
Renewal fee
Not stated
Late penalty
Not stated
Renewing your license?
See the Louisiana CE guide: hours, deadline, required topics and how to renew.
FAQ
Louisiana code official license FAQs
What exams do Louisiana building officials take?
Three ICC exams: the Legal module (MG), the Management module (MM) and Building Codes and Standards (BC).
Do I have to take the exams in order?
Yes. You must pass Legal (MG) and Management (MM) before you take Building Codes and Standards (BC).
Is the exam open book?
The Legal module (MG) is open book, with 75 questions in 2 hours.
Who issues the license?
The Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC). Call 225-922-0817 with questions.
How often do I renew?
Every year, with 10 hours of continuing education.
How many questions are on the BC exam?
80 questions covering occupancy, fire protection, accessibility, structural provisions and building systems plan review.
Sources
Official sources for the Louisiana code official license
- Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council
- ICC Legal Module (MG) exam
- ICC Management Module (MM) exam
- ICC Building Codes and Standards Module (BC) exam
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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