La. Admin. Code § LAC 51:XV.127
Pest Control
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A. The walls, ceilings and floors throughout any hotel, lodging house or boarding house shall be kept clean, insect and rodent free (meeting the requirements of Part V of this Code) and in good repair.
Under LAC 51:XV.127, the interior surfaces—walls, ceilings, and floors—of hotels, lodging houses, and boarding houses must be maintained in a clean condition, free of insects and rodents, and in good repair, consistent with the pest-control standards set out in Part V of the Louisiana Sanitary Code. This rule applies to the entire facility, not just individual rooms. The provision establishes a baseline structural and sanitary standard that covered lodging establishments are expected to meet at all times.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of hotels, lodging houses, and boarding houses subject to LAC 51:XV.127 generally maintain a routine inspection and cleaning schedule for all walls, ceilings, and floors throughout the property. Compliant operators also coordinate with licensed pest-control professionals to prevent and address insect or rodent activity in accordance with Part V of the Code. Keeping repair logs and pest-treatment records can help demonstrate ongoing compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under LAC 51:XV.127, guests and residents of covered lodging facilities have an interest in premises whose walls, ceilings, and floors are clean, pest-free, and in good repair. If conditions fall short of this standard, options generally include notifying the property manager in writing, contacting the local or state health authority responsible for enforcing the Louisiana Sanitary Code, or reaching out to a tenant- or consumer-rights organization for guidance. Documenting conditions with photographs and written records is a common first step when raising a concern under this provision.
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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