Louisiana Month-to-Month Lease Overview
Louisiana month-to-month lease agreements are governed by the Louisiana Civil Code, particularly Articles 2668-2729. Louisiana's civil law tradition (based on French and Spanish law) makes its landlord-tenant framework unique among US states.
Louisiana's 10-day notice requirement is the shortest in the nation. The state has no security deposit limit, no rent control, and limited statutory tenant protections. A comprehensive written lease is essential.
10 days
Notice to terminate
30 days
Rent increase notice
No statutory limit
Security deposit limit
No statutory limit
Late fee rules
Louisiana Month-to-Month Termination Notice Requirements
Louisiana requires only 10 calendar days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy under Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2728. This is the shortest notice period of any state.
Important: Written Notice Required
Louisiana requires that termination notice be in writing. Verbal notice is generally not sufficient and may not be enforceable in court. Keep a copy of any notice you send or receive, and consider using certified mail or hand-delivery with a witness to prove delivery.
Louisiana Rent Increase Notice Periods
Louisiana has no specific statute mandating a notice period for rent increases. In practice, 30 days notice is recommended.
How to Create a Louisiana Month-to-Month Lease
Follow these steps to create a legally compliant month-to-month lease agreement for Louisiana.
Identify the Parties and Property
Include the full legal names of the landlord and all tenants, the complete rental property address (including unit number), and the date the lease begins. Specify that this is a month-to-month tenancy that automatically renews.
Set the Rent and Payment Terms
State the monthly rent amount, the due date, acceptable payment methods, any grace period, and late fee terms. Under Louisiana law, be sure to comply with any state requirements for grace periods and late fee limits.
Document the Security Deposit
Record the security deposit amount, how it will be held, conditions for deductions, and the return timeline. Louisiana limits security deposits to No statutory limit and has specific requirements for how and when the deposit must be returned.
Include Notice Requirements
Clearly state the required notice period for termination (10 days in Louisiana) and rent increases (30 days). Include how notice must be delivered (certified mail, hand delivery, etc.) and when the notice period begins.
Add House Rules and Sign
Include provisions for pets, guests, noise, parking, maintenance responsibilities, and any other rules. Both landlord and tenant should sign and date the agreement. Provide copies to all parties.
Official Louisiana Resources
Use these official resources to verify Louisiana landlord-tenant requirements and access state government information.
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Louisiana Month-to-Month Lease FAQ
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