Special Charter Certificate of Public Necessity and Convenience

Public Service Commission (PSC) and Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) certified bus companies are eligible for a special charter CPNC. Licensed ICC and PSC companies must be in full compliance with all relevant rules, regulations and requirements to operate in the City of New Orleans. Please refer to New Orleans City Code 162-190 for rules governing special charters. In order to ensure the safety of residents and visitors in New Orleans, the City regulates the issuance of special charter licenses.

Duration

Valid during time-frame approved on application only.

Restrictions

Further restriction and documentation may apply, please review New Orleans City Code 162-190. If you have questions, contact gtb@nola.gov or the Ground Transportation Bureau at (504) 658-7170.

Fees

  • $10.00 per day
  • $50.00 per week

Required Documents

Service provided by

Ground Transportation Bureau

(504) 658-7170 Email
1300 Perdido Street 6W03 New Orleans, LA 70112

8am—4pm
Monday—Friday

The Ground Transportation Bureau office is closed to the public. All applications must be emailed to gtb@nola.gov. Payments may be paid online or mailed to our office.