How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, a landlord must give 5 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by Louisiana Civil Code arts. 2668–2729 + Code of Civil Procedure arts. 4701–4735.

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Louisiana?

In Louisiana, landlords must provide 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Louisiana?

Louisiana recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent; Lease violation; Holdover; Illegal activity.

Is there rent control in Louisiana?

Louisiana does not have statewide rent control. No rent control in Louisiana.

Louisiana Landlord-Tenant Law

Tribunal: City Court / Parish Court

5 Days — Pay or Quit

30 Days — No-Cause Notice

5 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	5 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	30 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	5 days

Security Deposit

No statutory cap. Must return within 1 month of lease end (La. R.S. § 9:3251).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent
Lease violation
Holdover
Illegal activity

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

No rent control in Louisiana.

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Louisiana. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

Louisiana Civil Code arts. 2668–2729 + Code of Civil Procedure arts. 4701–4735

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