Decisions of the Executive Director, Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission Boards may be appealed by an applicant or by any aggrieved party.

An appeal must be filed within ten days of the decision that is the subject of the appeal, excepting when each instance where the 10th calendar day falls on a weekend or holiday wherein the appeal period shall be extended by one business day.

Appeals filed more than ten days after the decision shall not be accepted.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Application Process:

  1. Print or download the Appeals form via the "APPLICATION PDF" link at the end of the instructions
    • Ensure all items from the checklist are included in your application. Refer to the Application Checklist section on the right side of this page.
    • Once submitted, MPC staff will review the application. You will be contacted for additional information or to progress to the next step.
  2. Submit Payment.
    • Once you have received your invoice, you may submit payment through the online portal. 
    • Locate the Dashboard, then select Open next to the case number that matches the case number in your invoice. For example (26-1-BAC).
    • Payment can be submitted in person on the first floor of Government Plaza at the cashier window.
    • If you need assistance with payment, you can find a user guide at the following link: Payment User Guide
  3. Attend the Public Meeting.
    • After internal reviewal by MPC Staff, your application will be brought put on the next available Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) or Parish Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC) Agenda. You will receive information on the date of your case hearing. It is recommended that the applicant or representative attends the public meeting.
    • The ZBA/ PZC will evaluate the application at the public hearing and make a decision on your case: Approval, Denial, or Deferral.
    • After the commission has provided a recommendation, you must wait 30 days to pull a permit.
  4. Wait 30 Days.