Vermilion Parish (outside city limits)
Vermilion Parish Business Guide (Outside City Limits)
Businesses operating in the unincorporated areas of Vermilion Parish may be required to obtain permits, licenses, inspections, and registrations from various parish and state agencies. The contacts below provide information on the most commonly required services.
Occupational License & Liquor Permit
Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office
P.O. Box 307
Abbeville, LA 70511
Phone: (337) 898-4421
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Services include:
- Occupational Licenses
- Liquor Permits
State Fire Inspection
Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal
5150 Florida Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Phone: (225) 925-4920
Services include:
- Commercial Fire Inspections
- Fire Code Compliance
Food Permit & Public Health
Louisiana Department of Health
Office of Public Health
401 South St. Charles Street
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: (337) 893-1443
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Services include:
- Food Service Permits
- Health Inspections
- Public Health Compliance
Sales Tax Registration
Vermilion Parish Sales Tax Division
P.O. Box 1508
Abbeville, LA 70511-1508
Phone: (337) 898-5733
Services include:
- Sales Tax Registration
- Sales Tax Identification Numbers
Building Permits
Vermilion Parish Police Jury
Vermilion Parish Courthouse
P.O. Box 430
Abbeville, LA 70511
Phone: (337) 898-4300
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Services include:
- Building Permits
- Permit Information for Construction in Unincorporated Areas
Before You Open Your Business
Depending on your business type and location, additional parish, state, or federal permits may be required. Before opening, contact the appropriate agencies to ensure all licenses, inspections, and approvals have been completed.