Louisiana Lease Agreements
Create a legally compliant Louisiana lease agreement that includes all state-required disclosures and clauses. Choose the document type that fits your rental situation, fill out the guided form, and download your professional PDF for $7.99.
Residential Lease Agreement
Standard fixed-term lease for houses, apartments, condos, and other residential properties.
Includes all Louisiana required disclosures and complies with Louisiana Civil Code on Lease, La. Civ. Code arts. 2668 - 2729; Louisiana Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, La. R.S. 9:3251 et seq..
Create Residential Lease AgreementMonth-to-Month Rental Agreement
Flexible agreement that auto-renews monthly. Ideal for short-term or indefinite tenancies.
10 days written notice landlord notice and 10 days written notice tenant notice required in Louisiana.
Create Month-to-Month Rental AgreementRoom Rental Agreement
Agreement for renting a single room in a shared house or apartment. Covers shared spaces and house rules.
Covers Louisiana-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (No statute; reasonable notice is recommended as a best practice).
Create Room Rental AgreementSublease Agreement
Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.
Sublease rules in Louisiana typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.
Create Sublease AgreementLouisiana Lease Law Requirements Summary
Louisiana landlord-tenant law is governed by the Louisiana Civil Code on Lease, La. Civ. Code arts. 2668 - 2729; Louisiana Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, La. R.S. 9:3251 et seq.. Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead-based paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing), Landlord's name and address or that of an authorized agent must be provided on request, Louisiana requires disclosure of any known flood zone status or history of flooding under La. R.S. 9:3261 et seq., and more. Security deposits must be returned within 30 days of tenancy termination. Our documents are designed to comply with Louisiana law and include all required provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a written lease agreement in Louisiana?
While oral agreements may be enforceable for short-term leases, Louisiana law strongly favors written lease agreements. A written lease protects both landlord and tenant by clearly documenting terms, responsibilities, and required disclosures under the Louisiana Civil Code on Lease, La. Civ. Code arts. 2668 - 2729; Louisiana Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, La. R.S. 9:3251 et seq.. Louisiana requires landlords to include specific disclosures such as Lead-based paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing) and Landlord's name and address or that of an authorized agent must be provided on request, which must be in writing.
What are Louisiana's security deposit rules?
In Louisiana, there is no statutory limit on security deposits. Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends. Interest on security deposits is not required. Deductions must be itemized in writing.
How much does a Louisiana lease agreement cost?
Each lease agreement costs $7.99. Choose your document type, fill in your details through our guided form, and download your completed, Louisiana-compliant PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
How does Louisiana's civil law tradition affect lease agreements?
Louisiana operates under civil law (based on French and Spanish legal traditions) rather than the common law used in other states. Lease agreements in Louisiana are governed by the Louisiana Civil Code (Articles 2668 - 2741). Key differences: Louisiana recognizes oral leases for terms under one year, requires specific language for automatic renewal clauses to be enforceable, and has unique rules for lease termination. All written leases over one year must be recorded to be enforceable against third parties.
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