La. Civ. Code § Art. 2703
When and where rent is due
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Art. 2703. When and where rent is due In the absence of a contrary agreement, usage, or custom: (1) The rent is due at the beginning of the term. If the rent is payable by intervals shorter than the term, the rent is due at the beginning of each interval. (2) The rent is payable at the address provided by the lessor and in the absence thereof at the address of the lessee.
Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2703 establishes default rules for when and where rent payments are owed when a lease is silent on those points. Under this provision, rent generally becomes due at the start of the rental term—or at the start of each payment interval if rent is paid on a shorter cycle, such as monthly. Payment is to be made at an address the landlord designates, or, if none is given, at the tenant's own address.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under La. Civ. Code Art. 2703, compliant landlords typically provide tenants with a clear written payment address so there is no ambiguity about where rent should be delivered. Because the default rule makes rent due at the beginning of each interval, operators who want a different arrangement—such as a grace period or a different due date—generally include that language explicitly in the lease. Keeping payment instructions current and in writing helps avoid disputes about whether rent was properly tendered.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
La. Civ. Code Art. 2703 sets out baseline protections for tenants by clarifying that, without a lease provision to the contrary, rent is not due mid-period and must be payable at a landlord-designated address. If a landlord has not provided a payment address, the default rule allows payment to be made at the tenant's own address. Tenants who believe a landlord is demanding rent in a manner inconsistent with both the lease and this provision may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid office to understand available options.
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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