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- Updated Oct 2026
Louisiana Code Official Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Louisiana building code enforcement officers and third-party providers must renew their certificate of registration every year by the last day of the month it was issued, providing proof of council-approved continuing education and active ICC certification to the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC).
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC) requirements
Hours per cycle
10 hrs / ICC CEUs
Council-approved CE and active ICC certification maintenance
Cycle
1 year
Registrations expire 1 year from the month of issuance (La. R.S. 40:1730.38)
Deadline
Last day of issuance month
Expires annually on the last day of the month of issuance
Online allowed?
Not stated
Confirm a course counts with LSUCCC or ICC before you enroll
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Louisiana code official license?
Every building code enforcement officer and third-party provider registered with the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC, also known as the Louisiana Uniform Construction Code Commission under LAC Title 17, Part I) must complete council-approved continuing education and maintain active ICC certification to renew their registration each year.
CE applies to
- Registered Louisiana Building Code Enforcement Officers (building officials, inspectors and plans examiners)
- Registered Third-Party Providers
Exemptions
- Louisiana-licensed architects and engineers exempt under La. R.S. 40:1730.24(B) satisfy CE by maintaining active state licensure and meeting the CE requirements of their respective professional licensing boards
Louisiana code official CE at a glance
Louisiana code official renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC) |
| CE required? | Yes |
| Hours per cycle | 10 hrs (1.0 CEU) / active ICC certification maintenance |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | Construction code enforcement / ICC recertification subjects |
| Online allowed? | Not stated |
| Deadline | Last day of the month of issuance, every year |
| Who reports | You, with your annual registration renewal |
| Carryover | Not stated |
| Grace period | None (unregistered practice prohibited upon expiration) |
| Renewal fee | Not stated |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Louisiana code official license need?
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38 and LAC Title 17, Part I, renewal of your annual LSUCCC registration requires participation in council-approved continuing education programs and maintaining your active International Code Council (ICC) certifications (typically 1.0 CEU / 10 hours of construction code enforcement training).
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Building Code Enforcement Officer / Third-Party Provider | 10 hrs (1.0 CEU) / ICC maintenance | Construction code enforcement and state-adopted model codes | Not stated | Not stated |
| Exempt Architect or Engineer (La. R.S. 40:1730.24(B)) | Set by professional board | CE required by the Louisiana architect or engineer licensing board | Not stated | Not stated |
Registrants must provide evidence of continuing education units for the preceding registration period and maintain active ICC credentials when renewing with LSUCCC.
Deadline
When is the Louisiana code official license renewal deadline?
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38, a certificate of registration is valid for one year and expires on the last day of the month in which it was issued. You must submit your CE proof and renew before the last day of your issuance month each year.
| Deadline rule | Last day of the month of issuance, every year (La. R.S. 40:1730.38) |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Grace period | None (you may not practice code enforcement while unregistered) |
| Late penalty | Not stated |
| CE completion deadline | Before you submit your annual renewal |
Steps
How to renew a Louisiana code official license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your issuance month ends
Complete your council-approved continuing education and maintain your active ICC certifications. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion for each course and your active ICC credential records. - Confirm it’s reportedWith your renewal
Provide evidence of your completed continuing education and active certification to the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council when you apply for renewal. - Pay the renewal feeFee not stated
Submit your annual registration renewal and any applicable fee to the LSUCCC. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Check with LSUCCC that your certificate of registration is renewed for the next one-year term.
Providers
Approved Louisiana code official license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay.
Approval
How to check a Louisiana code official CE course is approved
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38, renewal is contingent upon participation in council-approved continuing education programs and maintaining nationally recognized code credentials such as ICC.
- Confirm the course is accepted by LSUCCC or ICC for construction code enforcement credit before you pay.
- Keep your underlying ICC certifications active.
- Ask LSUCCC if you’re unsure whether a course counts toward annual registration renewal.
Reporting
How Louisiana code official CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
You submit evidence of your completed continuing education and active ICC credentials to the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council when renewing your annual registration.
- Keep a certificate of completion for every course.
- Include proof of your CE hours and active ICC status with your annual LSUCCC renewal.
- Hold onto your records in case you’re audited by the council.
Cost
How much does Louisiana code official license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Registration renewal fee | Not stated | Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council |
| Late renewal fee | Not stated | Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council |
| CE courses | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Check with the Uniform Construction Code Council for the current registration renewal fee schedule.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Louisiana code official license
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38, any person who fails to renew their certificate of registration timely is an unregistered code enforcement officer and is prohibited from practicing code enforcement or third-party inspections in Louisiana until renewed.
Grace period
None. Practicing code enforcement after the last day of your issuance month without renewing is prohibited by La. R.S. 40:1730.38.
Makeup CE
You must provide proof of required CE and active certification before your registration can be restored.
Who controls
Who controls Louisiana code official license renewal?
Renewal authority
Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC)
8181 Independence Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Responsibilities
- Registers and annually renews Louisiana building code enforcement officers and third-party providers
- Enforces continuing education and ICC certification requirements under La. R.S. 40:1730.38 and LAC Title 17, Part I
- Adopts and updates the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code
Getting licensed
Getting a Louisiana code official license
Need the license first? Our Louisiana guide covers who needs a license, the classes, exams, fees and the steps to apply.
FAQ
Louisiana code official license CE FAQs
How often do Louisiana code officials renew their registration?
Every year. Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38, certificates of registration are valid for one year and expire on the last day of the month of issuance.
How many CE hours does a Louisiana code official need?
You must complete council-approved continuing education (10 hours / 1.0 CEU) and maintain active International Code Council (ICC) certifications for your discipline.
Are Louisiana-licensed architects and engineers exempt?
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.24(B) and LAC Title 17, Part I, exempt Louisiana-licensed architects and engineers must maintain their active professional license and complete the CE required by their respective state licensing board.
Who reports my hours?
You submit proof of your completed CE and active certification to the LSUCCC when you renew your registration.
What happens if I miss the renewal deadline?
Under La. R.S. 40:1730.38, your registration expires on the last day of the month of issuance and you cannot legally practice code enforcement in Louisiana until your registration is renewed.
Do hours carry over?
Our sources don’t state that extra hours carry over between annual registration periods.
Sources
Official sources for Louisiana code official CE rules
- Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council (LSUCCC)
- Louisiana Revised Statutes 40:1730.38
- Louisiana Administrative Code Title 17, Part I
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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