Our mission is to oversee the public works functions across Caddo Parish, including the construction and maintenance of Parish road, bridge and drainage systems, collection/disposal of solid waste, property standards, adjudicated properties, and commercial vehicle enforcement.
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(318) 226-6932
Mailing Address:
505 Travis St., Ste. 820
Shreveport, LA 71163
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8:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday-Friday
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REMINDER: Limited hours for select Parish trash compactor sites
Road Work Alert – Ellerbe Rd (between Overton Brooks and Norris Ferry Rd
Old Mooringsport-Latex Rd bridge to close for replacement beginning May 21
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Adjudicated Property Notes
Notification Period Adjudicated for 2020 taxes or newer: If the subject property has been adjudicated for less than 5 years, 180 days notification. Adjudicated for 2018 taxes or older: If the subject property has been adjudicated for five (5) years or more, 60 days notification. Ways to find Property that is Adjudicated: Caddo Assessor (Pro Search) – Property Search This subscription-based ... Read More
How much does it cost to get a Parish address?
A new residential address is ($50.00), and a fee of ($100.00) is for commercial.
If I have less than 5 acres, how can I add another residential structure on my lot?
Less than five acres are required to be subdivided. You will need to contact the Caddo Permits department to make sure you have enough acreage to subdivide.
How do I start the process of getting a 911 address?
The first step is to call the City of Shreveport. If located within the limits of Greenwood, contact the Town of Greenwood. For Oil and Gas addresses, see the Parish section for Oil & Gas.
Who do I speak with about overgrowth or junk in my neighbor’s yard?
For non-commercial locations outside the City of Shreveport, you may contact the Parish property standards department at 318-226-6930.
Does the Parish provide garbage collection?
Public Works does not provide curbside pickup for household trash. Throughout the Parish, there are 18 compactor locations capable of receiving residential household refuse.
Who do I call to report a down or damaged road sign?
For public roads outside the limits of the City of Shreveport, you may contact the Parish Sign shop at 318-226-6936.
How do I start the process of getting a 911 address?
For all addresses in rural Caddo Parish, except those within the limits of Greenwood or Vivian, contact the City of Shreveport’s Permits Department first. The Parish and the City have an internal agreement under which the City will perform all Parish inspections. 9-1-1 Address Permit The Parish of Caddo 911 Addressing Office is responsible for assigning addresses to improved properties ... Read More
How much does it cost to get a Parish address
A new residential address is ($50.00), and a fee of ($100.00) is for commercial.