Louisiana Repairs and habitability remedies

What can a tenant do if the landlord won't make repairs in Louisiana?

If the lessor does not make necessary repairs within a reasonable time after demand, the lessee may make them and demand reimbursement or deduct the cost from rent, to the extent the repair was necessary and the cost reasonable.

Verified Source: La. C.C. art. 2694 · last checked 2026-10-15