La. Civ. Code § Art. 2675
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Art. 2675. The rent The rent may consist of money, commodities, fruits, services, or other performances sufficient to support an onerous contract.
Under La. Civ. Code art. § Art. 2675, rent in Louisiana is not limited to money — it can take the form of commodities, fruits, services, or other performances, as long as the consideration is sufficient to support a binding, onerous contract. This provision establishes the broad legal definition of what qualifies as rent under Louisiana law. It reflects the civil-law tradition of allowing flexible arrangements between parties to a lease.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Louisiana lease agreements should be aware that Art. 2675 permits rent to be structured in non-monetary forms, such as services or commodities, provided the arrangement constitutes valid consideration for an onerous contract. Compliant operators typically document the agreed-upon form of rent clearly in the lease to avoid disputes about whether sufficient consideration exists. Unusual rent arrangements — such as labor or goods in lieu of money — should be described with enough specificity to demonstrate their value.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Art. 2675 means that a tenant's rental obligation is not necessarily limited to a cash payment; a lease may lawfully require services, goods, or other performances as rent. Tenants entering non-traditional lease arrangements should understand that these obligations carry the same legal weight as monetary rent under Louisiana law. Those with questions about whether their lease terms meet the legal definition of valid consideration may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service familiar with Louisiana civil law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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