Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Morgan City, LA

The Code of Ordinances permits the taking of lodgers and tourists in residential use only, limited to not more than 15 percent of the total living area. Lodging, hotels, and motel uses are permitted in specific business and convention zoning districts such as B-3 and C/Commercial.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Morgan City. 1) Obtain an annual occupational/business license as required by Sec. 26-31. 2) For transient-related activities, submit application information including home address, firm represented, business description, duration of stay, and location (hotel/room/lot). 3) Pay the required license tax by January 1st annually.

1) Obtain an annual occupational/business license as required by Sec. 26-31. 2) For transient-related activities, submit application information including home address, firm represented, business description, duration of stay, and location (hotel/room/lot). 3) Pay the required license tax by January 1st annually.