St. John the Baptist Parish permits
LaPlace is an unincorporated community, so permits come from the parish Permit Division at 1811 W. Airline Hwy in LaPlace. That includes renovations, additions, demolitions and reroofing. We file them for you.
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Renovation contractor in LaPlace, LA
At TurnKey Renovators, we renovate and repair homes and businesses in LaPlace, where storms have tested roofs and walls more than once, and we handle the St. John the Baptist Parish permits. Book your free estimate and we will come out to see the property.
24 miFrom our Tulane Ave office, straight line
4 divisionsInterior, exterior, commercial and outdoor living
6 daysMonday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Free estimateWritten, with no hidden fees
Local know-how
What renovating in LaPlace means
LaPlace has seen flooding, tornadoes and hurricanes, and it answers to the parish for permits. We build with both in mind.
Storm-tested homes
Hurricane Isaac flooded about 5,000 LaPlace houses in 2012, tornadoes hit the town in 2016, and Hurricane Ida caused heavy damage in 2021. Roofing, siding and interior repairs here start with storm resistance.
Levee protection on the way
The state's West Shore Lake Pontchartrain project will build about 18 miles of levees and floodwalls to add protection for LaPlace, Reserve and Garyville.
Sources: St. John the Baptist Parish Building Permits; LaPlace, Louisiana (Wikipedia); Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, West Shore.
LaPlace at a glance
Where we work in LaPlace
LaPlace is an unincorporated community in St. John the Baptist Parish on the east bank of the Mississippi River, upriver from New Orleans. Interstate 55 ends here at Interstate 10, which makes the town a crossroads for the River Parishes.
28,841Population2020 census
St. John the BaptistParishUnincorporated, permits through the parish
10 ftElevationAbove sea level
70068ZIP codeLaPlace
Neighborhoods and areas
- LaPlace Historic District
- LaPlace Park subdivision
- Belle Terre Boulevard area
- Airline Highway corridor
Main roads
- Interstate 10
- Interstate 55
- Airline Highway (US 61)
- US 51
- Main Street (LA 44)
- Belle Terre Boulevard
Landmarks
- Port of South Louisiana headquarters
- Interstate 10 and Interstate 55 junction
- Old Airline Motors diner on Airline Highway
A violent F4 tornado struck part of LaPlace in 1983, and in 1992 Hurricane Andrew spawned an F3 tornado here, long before the floods and storms of 2012 to 2021.
Sources: LaPlace, Louisiana (Wikipedia); Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority, West Shore; St. John the Baptist Parish Council minutes, May 14, 2024; Historic Resources Survey of LaPlace Historic District; Belle Terre Complete Streets Proposal; Louisiana Highways 600 to 649 (Wikipedia).
Services in LaPlace
All ServicesEverything we build, available in LaPlace
On the map
From Tulane Avenue to LaPlace
Our crews start the day in Mid-City New Orleans. Here is how LaPlace sits relative to our office and its neighbors.
24 miStraight line from our office to central LaPlace
St. John the BaptistParish
4Neighboring communities we also serve on this map
How it works
Five steps from idea to finished space
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Consultation and design
We shape the idea with you and put a custom design plan on paper.
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Effortless execution
We source materials and run construction, so you can sit back.
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Transparent communication
Updates at every stage, with clear answers on progress and cost.
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Quality craftsmanship
Every detail checked against the plan, with quality materials throughout.
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Client satisfaction
We walk the finished space with you before we call it done.
Nearby areas
Also serving the communities around LaPlace
All about LaPlace
All About LaPlace, LA
About 25 miles west of New Orleans, LaPlace occupies the Mississippi River's east bank in St. John the Baptist Parish. The name comes from Basile Laplace, on whose property the railroad built its 1883 depot. This is where Interstate 55 meets its end at Interstate 10, and across Louisiana the town is famous for its smoked andouille sausage.
When Hurricane Ida struck LaPlace in August 2021, it left many homes needing major repairs to walls, floors and bathrooms. That experience shapes how we approach renovation here, from full interiors and kitchens to exteriors and business spaces, with materials and sealed details chosen to resist water and limit damage if it ever gets inside again.
Interesting Facts About LaPlace, LA
- A Town Named for a PharmacistIn 1883, New Orleans pharmacist and planter Basile Laplace allowed the railroad to run across his property. His name went first to the depot, next to the post office, and at last to the town itself.
- Andouille Capital of the WorldDuring the 1970s, Governor Edwin Edwards declared LaPlace the Andouille Capital of the World, a title St. John the Baptist Parish marks every year with its Andouille Festival.
- Starting Point of the 1811 UprisingLed by Charles Deslondes, the 1811 German Coast Uprising, in which enslaved people revolted and marched toward New Orleans, began at Woodland Plantation in LaPlace.
- Where I-55 EndsLaPlace marks the southern terminus of Interstate 55, which meets Interstate 10 here before heading north toward Hammond and Jackson, Mississippi. US 51 also comes to an end in town.
Things To Do in LaPlace, LA
- Cajun Pride Swamp ToursStarting from 110 Frenier Road in LaPlace, guided boat tours wind through the Manchac Swamp, where riders look out for alligators, turtles and cypress trees draped in moss.
- Andouille FestivalCome to LaPlace in mid October for the Andouille Festival hosted by St. John the Baptist Parish, featuring live music, food vendors, a pageant, a second line parade and a run or walk.
- Whitney PlantationAcross the river in Wallace, Whitney Plantation is a museum in St. John the Baptist Parish that uses more than a dozen preserved structures to tell the history of slavery.
- Bonnet Carre SpillwayJust downriver of LaPlace, the Bonnet Carre Spillway, an Army Corps of Engineers floodway between the Mississippi and Lake Pontchartrain, draws people to fish, crawfish, bike and camp.
Notable Residents of LaPlace, LA
- Kid OryBorn on Christmas Day 1886 in LaPlace and raised on Woodland Plantation, the jazz trombonist and bandleader went on to help pioneer early New Orleans jazz.
- Russell Batiste Jr.Best known for his years drumming with the funky Meters, the funk drummer made his home in LaPlace and died there in 2023 at age 57.
Public Transportation in LaPlace, LA
Headquartered in LaPlace, the River Parishes Transit Authority offers call ahead service throughout St. Charles and St. John the Baptist Parishes. Interstates 10 and 55, along with US 51 and US 61 (Airline Highway), all serve LaPlace, and the nearest commercial airport is Kenner's Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Questions
LaPlace renovation questions
The questions LaPlace property owners ask us most often.
Do you work in LaPlace?
Yes. LaPlace is one of our service areas, and we take on both residential and commercial projects there.
Who issues building permits in LaPlace?
St. John the Baptist Parish. LaPlace is unincorporated, so permits come from the parish Permit Division at 1811 W. Airline Hwy. We prepare and submit them for your project.
Can you repair storm damage in LaPlace?
Yes. We handle roof repair and replacement, storm damage roof repair, siding and interior rebuilds, and we pull the parish permits that repair work requires.
What renovation services do you offer in LaPlace?
Kitchens, baths and whole-home remodels, roofing and siding, fencing and concrete, commercial renovation, and outdoor living spaces.
How do I get a free estimate in LaPlace?
Phone 504-527-8711 or fill in our contact form. We schedule a visit, go over your goals, budget and timeline, and give you a written estimate.
What are your hours?
Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. We are closed on Sunday.
Free estimates
Ready to renovate in LaPlace?
Tell us about the project and we will come out, measure and hand you a clear written estimate with no hidden fees.
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