The following Article 105.2 is from the 2006 amendments to the International Building Code.    

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105.2 Work Exempt from Permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this

 Code shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner

 in violation of the provisions of this Code or any other laws or ordinances of the City of

 New Orleans including Vieux Carré Commission and Historic District Landmarks

 Commission requirements.

 A building permit shall not be required for the following, unless in the opinion of the

Director it involves hazardous or complex conditions which require permitting and inspection:

 (1) Removal and replacement of deteriorated weather boards, aluminum or vinyl siding.

 (2) Removal and replacement of deteriorated floor boards.

 (3) Removal and replacement of deteriorated porches and steps - front and rear and

 sides, when not in conflict with the Zoning Ordinance.

 (4) Interior painting, papering and similar finish work.

 (5) Paving of yard when in compliance with applicable Zoning Ordinance.

 (6) Retaining walls which are not over three (3) ft. in height.

 (7) Exterior painting when not requiring protective scaffolding over public property.

 (8) Roofing and/or gutter work with respect to one and two family dwellings.

 (9) Fences up to seven (7) ft. in height.

 (10) Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and two447

family dwellings.

 (11) Tents with an area less than 1200 sq. ft. and not located in the Fire District (See

 Section 421).

New Orleans Amendments to the Building Code, 2006 Ed.