Renewable Energy Permitting

C&E administers several distinct permits applicable to renewable energy facilities. A facility may need more than one permit from C&E, as each permit covers a different facility component and is triggered by different threshold requirements. Submit completed applications to DCE-Renewables@la.gov

Types of Permits Administered & Application Forms

The sections below outline the types of permits administered by C&E, each permit's requirements, and application forms.

Implements the permit, decommissioning, and financial security requirements of LAC 43:I.5101-5121 and applies to facilities with a footprint of 10 acres or greater.

Application submissions must include: 

Submit completed applications to DCE-Renewables@la.gov.

Implements the permitting and siting requirements of Act 279 of the 2025 Legislative Session and applies to large-scale solar facilities with a footprint of 75 acres or greater that begin construction after January 1, 2026.

Please review the Guidance Memorandum, Act 279 Solar Siting Permits for detailed information.

• Application submissions for a Solar Siting Permit must include:

• Submit applications to DCE-Renewables@la.gov.

See below for information on Act 279’s option to opt-out of the statewide siting standards.

Implements the permitting requirements of Act 279 of the 2025 Legislative Session and applies to large-scale solar facilities with a footprint of 75 acres or greater that were in operation or under construction on or before January 1, 2026.

Please review the Guidance Memorandum, Act 279 Immediate Solar Permits for detailed information.  

• Application submissions for an Immediate Solar Permit must include:

• Submit completed applications to DCE-Renewables@la.gov.

Act 279’s Opt-Out for Local Authorities

Local governing authorities may opt-out of the statewide siting requirements established by Act 279 of the 2025 Legislative Session. To opt out, the local authority must have adopted solar ordinances and submit a resolution to C&E.  Instructions for completing the option to opt out are provided below.

If Your Parish Has A Solar Ordinance

If your parish has enacted a solar ordinance, you are eligible to opt out of statewide siting requirements pursuant to La. R.S. § 30:1142(B).

To formally opt out of utilizing the statewide requirements for solar power generation facility siting pursuant to La. R.S. § 30:1144:

  • Your parish must have adopted a solar ordinance.
  • Your parish must draft and adopt a simple resolution.
    1. The resolution must contain reference to the local ordinance.
    2. The resolution must be signed under local jurisdictional regulations.
  • Once adopted, send a copy of the opt out resolution and parish solar ordinance to DCE-Renewables@la.gov

If Your Parish Does Not Have A Solar Ordinance

If your parish has yet to enact a solar ordinance, solar power generation facilities under development in your area are now mandated to follow the statewide siting requirements pursuant to La. R.S. § 30:1144.

If your parish wishes to enact a local ordinance, please either contact your area Regional Planning Commission or seek other sources of technical assistance.

Once your parish has enacted an ordinance, you may follow the procedure above to opt out of statewide siting requirements.  

Issued Permits

Last update: 09/24/2026

Facility ID Facility Name Operator Permit number
00001 Zydeco Solar LLC Zydeco Solar LLC ISP00001
00002 Beekman Solar Beekman PV I, LLC ISP00002
00003 Hollis Creek Solar Hollis Creek PV I, LLC ISP00003
00004 Dolet Hills Solar Dolet Hills Solar, LLC ISP00004
00005 Singer Solar LLC Singer Solar, LLC ISP00005
00006 Bayou Teche Solar Bayou Teche Solar LLC ISP00006
00007 Oak Ridge Solar Oak Ridge Solar LLC ISP00007
00009 Amite Solar Energy Center Amite Solar, LLC ISP00008
00010 Lafitte Solar Lafitte Solar, LLC ISP00011
00012 Mowata Solar Mowata Solar, LLC ISP00009
00013 Bayou Galion Solar Project, LLC Bayou Galion Solar Project, LLC ISP00010
00014 Shallow Lake Solar, LLC Shallow Lake Solar, LLC ISP00012
00015 Bayou Chicot Solar LLC Bayou Chicot Solar, LLC ISP00013
00016 Sportsman Solar Sportsman Solar Energy, LLC ISP00014
00017 Mondu Solar Energy Center Mondu Solar, LLC ISP00015
00020 St. Landry St. Landry Solar, LLC SSP00001
00021 East Carroll Green Energy East Carroll Green Energy, LLC SSP00002
00022 Madison Green Energy Madison Green Energy, LLC SSP00003

Please direct all questions, comments, and requests for additional information to DCE-Renewables@la.gov.

Please visit our webpage for information on Solar Facility Rulemaking.

C&E Secretary Dustin Davidson
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