La. Civ. Code § Art. 2698
Persons protected by warranty
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Art. 2698. Persons protected by warranty In a residential lease, the warranty provided in the preceding Articles applies to all persons who reside in the premises in accordance with the lease.
Louisiana Civil Code Art. 2698 extends the residential lease warranty of habitability and peaceful possession beyond just the named tenant to cover all persons who lawfully reside in the leased premises under the terms of the lease. This means that occupants such as family members or other authorized residents share in the legal protections that the warranty provides, not only the person who signed the lease agreement. The rule reflects a policy choice to tie warranty protection to lawful residency rather than to formal party status in the contract.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Art. 2698, landlords operating residential properties in Louisiana should understand that their warranty obligations run to every person residing in the unit in accordance with the lease, not solely to the named leaseholder. Compliant operators generally ensure that the premises meet habitability and quiet-enjoyment standards for all authorized occupants throughout the tenancy. Keeping accurate records of who is authorized to reside under the lease can help clarify the scope of warranty obligations.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Art. 2698 means that authorized occupants of a residential unit—not just the person who signed the lease—are covered by the warranty protections established in the preceding Louisiana Civil Code articles. If a covered occupant believes the warranty has been breached, general enforcement paths include raising the violation as a defense in any eviction or collection proceeding, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Louisiana law. Reviewing the lease terms that govern who qualifies as a resident in accordance with the lease is a useful starting point for understanding coverage.
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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