La. Civ. Code § Art. 2713.1
Rights of sublessee or assignee
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Art. 2713.1. Rights of sublessee or assignee Except as otherwise provided by legislation, a person to whom a lessee subleases the thing or assigns his rights in the lease acquires no greater rights than the lessee to the use and enjoyment of the thing.
Under Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2713.1, a sublessee or assignee steps into the shoes of the original lessee but cannot acquire rights that exceed those the original lessee held. In other words, the transfer of a lease—whether by sublease or assignment—does not expand the scope of permissible use or enjoyment of the property. Any limitations or restrictions that bound the original lessee continue to bind whoever receives the lease rights, unless a specific law provides otherwise.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Art. 2713.1 of the Louisiana Civil Code means that a landlord's existing lease terms remain enforceable against any sublessee or assignee just as they were against the original tenant. Compliant operators typically review subleases and assignments to confirm that the incoming occupant is not claiming rights beyond what the original lease granted. Keeping clear records of the original lease terms helps ensure that no transfer inadvertently expands the permitted use of the property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2713.1 establishes that if you sublet or assign your lease to someone else, that person inherits your rights—but not more than your rights—under the original lease. If you are the incoming sublessee or assignee, you should understand that any restrictions in the original lease apply to you as well. Tenants with questions about how this provision affects a specific sublease or assignment arrangement may benefit from consulting a tenant-rights organization or a licensed Louisiana attorney.
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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