La. Civ. Code § Art. 2672
Mineral lease
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Art. 2672. Mineral lease A mineral lease is governed by the Mineral Code.
Under La. Civ. Code art. § Art. 2672, when a lease involves mineral rights—such as the extraction of oil, gas, or other subsurface resources—it falls outside the general rules of the Civil Code and is instead governed by Louisiana's Mineral Code. This provision acts as a jurisdictional pointer, directing all mineral lease matters to that specialized body of law. The effect is that the rights, obligations, and remedies for mineral leases are determined by the Mineral Code rather than ordinary lease provisions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners who enter into agreements allowing mineral extraction on their land should be aware that La. Civ. Code art. § Art. 2672 removes such arrangements from the standard Civil Code lease framework. Compliant operators typically ensure that any mineral lease they execute is drafted and reviewed with the Louisiana Mineral Code in mind, since that is the controlling authority. Consulting resources specific to the Mineral Code is a common practice when structuring these agreements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
If you occupy or have rights connected to property subject to a mineral lease, La. Civ. Code art. § Art. 2672 signals that the Louisiana Mineral Code—not the general Civil Code lease rules—governs those arrangements. Tenants or surface occupants affected by mineral activity may find it useful to review the Mineral Code's provisions to understand what rights and protections apply. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid resources familiar with Louisiana mineral and property law can help explain how these rules interact with any surface lease or occupancy agreement.
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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