The mission of the Planning and Zoning Department is to provide professional planning and building services to preserve the natural resources and qualities of Terrebonne Parish, to enhance the quality of living, and to ensure orderly development.

Through the services of the Planning and Zoning Department and the Houma-Terrebonne Regional Planning Commission development in Terrebonne Parish is planned and constructed in compliance with the Comprehensive Master Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Regulations, and Building Codes to provide orderly growth throughout Terrebonne Parish.