The Parish of Caddo and City of Shreveport recognize that some citizens use their place of residence for limited non-residential activities, however there is a need to protect the integrity of its residential districts primary use.

*This is only for residential applications. For commercial applications please visit the Certificates of Occupancy page.*

APPLICATION INFORMATION

For Online Applications:

  1. Verify that your business proposal is permitted.
    • Call the Zoning Office at (318) 673-6442 to verify that you are able to operate your proposed business on your property.
  2. Logon to MyGovernmentOnline.
    • We use a third party application called MyGovernmentOnline (MGO) for our online applications. If you have not used MGO before, please follow the Customer Portal Guide to set up an account.
    • Once an account has been created follow the "Apply Online" link at the end of the instructions to start your application. For assistance in applying online, please follow the step by step Online Application Submittal Guide.
    • When selection an Application Type, choose "Certificate of Occupancy - Home Occupation".

    • Once submitted you will receive a confirmation message and application number (i.e. APP-MPC-####). The Shreveport MPC will receive your application and review the application. You will be contacted for additional information or to progress to the next step.

  3. Submit Payment.
    • Once you have received your invoice, you may submit payment online at MyGovernmentOnline.com or in person on the first floor of Government Plaza at the cashier window. For assistance with making an online payment, please use the Online Payment Guide.
  4. Undergo Inspections.
    • Once your application has been submitted, a zoning inspector will be sent to inspect your property.
  5. Receive your Home-Based Business Certificate of Occupancy.
    • Once the inspection has been completed, you will receive a copy of your Home-Based Business Certificate of Occupancy. You may now occupy your business.