Renting Or Leasing A Home

Renting a home comes with both responsibilities and legal protections. This page explains what to look for in a lease, your rights as a tenant, and how to handle common problems with landlords.
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Substantive Defenses to Stop or Delay Eviction

This video explains how tenants in Louisiana can use substantive defenses—such as lack of notice, landlord’s failure to maintain the property, or retaliation—to stop or delay an eviction in court.
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Reasonable Accommodation For Disability Defenses Against An Eviction

This resource explains how a person with a disability can request a reasonable accommodation in housing to make their home accessible.
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Rent & Paying Rent

This resource explains the rights and responsibilities of tenants and landlords in Louisiana regarding rent, including payment rules, rent increases, notice requirements, late fees, receipts, and eviction procedures.
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