Ruston's Building, Planning, Engineering, Electrical Utility and Code Enforcement staff work together to accomplish the tasks of Community Development, which is primarily responsible for creation and implementation of codes, as well as review of development applications, permits, and licenses.

Online Permit Applications Through MyGov The City of Ruston offers online permit processing through MyGov.  Please click here to apply for a permit.

Code Enforcement Request Form Code enforcement is an important department of Planning & Community development. The City of Ruston is committed to protecting the environment and enhancing the quality of life of its residents. The enforcement of nuisance, land use and building codes, cleanup of property, and beautification efforts are an important component of maintaining quality neighborhoods...

Utility Billing The City of Ruston provides electric, sewer and storm utility services. Through the utility department web page you can find out more information on the City provided services and pay your utility bill online, though Xpress Bill Pay. Change of Occupancy If you are a newcomer to the City of Ruston or want...

City Electric Engineering Services When the City is asked to design the electrical infrastructure to serve a new development or to upgrade service by under grounding power, the City will engineer and design the system between the closest existing line and the new secondary connection points. The costs for such design coordination and inspection is...

The City of Ruston's Building Department services are coordinated by Michael Barth of Code Pros., Inc. The Building department services includes full building permit application review for code compliance, building permit application approvals, and building permit inspections. Mike Barth is a Master Code Professional, who serves as the City's Building Official and Fire Marshal. With...

The Planning Department is responsible for all planning related activities in the City of Ruston. Key Responsibility include: Current Planning: Processing land-use planning permits, design review on all sign permits, and zoning review on all building permits Long-Range Planning: updating the comprehensive plan, developing and implementing other planning documents and collectively working with the City...