City of Kaplan

City of Kaplan Business Guide

Starting a business in the City of Kaplan requires obtaining the appropriate licenses, permits, and utility services before opening for business. The information below provides a helpful overview of the process and the appropriate contacts.

Building Permits & Zoning Approval

If you are constructing a new building or purchasing and renovating an existing property, you must obtain a building permit. Building plans must also be reviewed and approved by the Kaplan Zoning Board.

City of Kaplan
701 N. Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548
Phone: (337) 643-7118
Payroll Clerk: Shari Hebert

Occupational License

Businesses operating within the Kaplan city limits are required to obtain a local City Occupational License.

City of Kaplan
701 N. Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548
Phone: (337) 643-7118
City Clerk: Christine Trahan

Utility Services

To establish gas, water, sewer, and electric service within the city limits, contact:

City of Kaplan
701 N. Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548
Phone: (337) 643-7118
Utilities Supervisor: Sandra Leger

Telephone & Internet Providers

Garbage Collection

Waste Connections
(Contracted by the Vermilion Parish Police Jury)
Phone: (337) 873-3986

Alcohol Permits

Businesses planning to sell alcoholic beverages must obtain both a City of Kaplan permit and the appropriate State of Louisiana permit.

City of Kaplan
701 N. Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548
Phone: (337) 643-7118

Food Service & Health Requirements

Businesses involved in the handling, preparation, processing, packaging, or storage of food should contact the Vermilion Parish Health Unit for licensing and regulatory requirements.

Vermilion Parish Health Unit
2501 Charity Street
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: (337) 893-1443

The Louisiana Department of Health also provides additional guidance and resources for new businesses through its website.

Additional Permits

Depending on the nature of your business, additional local, parish, state, or federal permits may be required. When applying for your Occupational License, be sure to ask city officials about any permits or approvals that may apply to your business.