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Louisiana Residential Lease Agreement
Louisiana operates under a completely different legal system than every other state in the country. As the only US state that follows civil law tradition, Louisiana lease agreements operate under a fundamentally different framework — making a properly drafted, state-specific lease essential for every landlord here. Build your Louisiana lease through RentRisk, backed by Rocket Lawyer.
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Louisiana Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance
Security deposit
No statutory maximum
Notice to terminate
10 days (monthly tenancy, per Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2728)
Grace period
No statutory requirement
Entry notice
Reasonable advance notice required (no specific statute)
Laws change. Your lease stays current.
Louisiana is the only US state operating under civil law (not common law), making its landlord-tenant rules distinct from all other states. Residential leases are governed by Louisiana Civil Code Articles 2668-2729.
“The information above reflects Louisiana landlord-tenant law as of the date this page was last updated and is provided for general informational purposes only. Laws change. RentRisk lease agreements are powered by Rocket Lawyer, whose legal team monitors state law updates and keeps your agreement current — so even if this page hasn’t been updated, your lease is. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance specific to your situation.”
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Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana Lease Agreements
While oral leases can be valid for short-term tenancies in Louisiana, a written lease is strongly recommended and legally required for most fixed-term agreements.
A written agreement protects both parties and is enforceable in Louisiana courts.
No statutory maximum. RentRisk automatically includes the correct security deposit language for LA. in your lease.
Reasonable advance notice required (no specific statute),. Your RentRisk lease includes the required entry notice language.
Louisiana landlords must disclose: Lead paint (pre-1978), landlord name and address. RentRisk includes all required Louisiana disclosures automatically.
Technically yes, but it’s risky. Generic leases often miss Louisiana -specific required disclosures and terms. Using a state-specific lease — like those created through RentRisk — ensures you’re covered under Louisiana law.