Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Kenner, LA

Jefferson Parish prohibits short-term rentals in single-use residential zoning districts and allows short-term rentals only where permitted by zoning (mixed-use/commercial/selected districts); operators of short-term rentals must meet lodging-accommodation standards in Chapter 17.5, provide proof of primary residence when required for specified zoning districts, and comply with occupancy/safety standards and inspections per parish code.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Kenner. 1) Apply for a zoning clearance via MyGovernmentOnline and provide documentation (e.g., homestead exemption) proving primary residence if required by zoning; 2) Complete and submit the Jefferson Parish lodging-accommodation (short-term rental) application and ownership affidavits and pay the processing fee ($750 for short-term rentals) online; 3) Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office conducts criminal background check and Code Compliance schedules an interior inspection; receive written approvals and lodging license; renew annually on or before November 1.

1) Apply for a zoning clearance via MyGovernmentOnline and provide documentation (e.g., homestead exemption) proving primary residence if required by zoning; 2) Complete and submit the Jefferson Parish lodging-accommodation (short-term rental) application and ownership affidavits and pay the processing fee ($750 for short-term rentals) online; 3) Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office conducts criminal background check and Code Compliance schedules an interior inspection; receive written approvals and lodging license; renew annually on or before November 1.