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Lafayette Landlord-Tenant Rules

Lafayette adds local rules on top of Louisiana landlord-tenant law. Here is what is different, with the city code or agency page behind each rule.

Code-enforcement complaintsLafayette Consolidated Government's Compliance Division enforces the Lafayette City-Parish Code of Ordinances in the City of Lafayette and unincorporated Lafayette Parish, aiming first for voluntary compliance. Complaints about abandoned properties or use of property can be filed online through the My Government Online portal (Report a Violation); anonymous reports cannot be tracked. The Code Enforcement Section handles tall grass, litter, debris, junked items and other nuisances (grass may not exceed 12 inches in the City); for an appointment call (337) 291-8445. General questions: (337) 291-8200 or 311.
The City's pages do not describe a program for interior repair or habitability complaints in rental units. Code Enforcement Section details: https://www.lafayettela.gov/living-here/property-maintenance-and-code-compliance/
Source: Official source
Free legal aid for rentersAcadiana Legal Service Corporation (ALSC), a non-profit law firm serving 42 Louisiana parishes, gives free help in civil cases, including protecting tenants from wrongful evictions, unsafe living conditions and housing discrimination. Apply online 24/7, or call 1-866-ASK-ALSC (1-866-275-2572) during intake hours (Monday-Wednesday 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday 1-3 p.m.); an eligibility check is required. ALSC's Lafayette/Administrative Office is at 1020 Surrey Street, Lafayette, LA 70501, but the organization says it is currently closed for repairs, with staff working remotely.
Office details: https://www.la-law.org/get-in-touch/
Source: Official source

Right to a lawyer in eviction cases

No guaranteed right to counsel was found. Official source

Local agencies

Frequently asked questions

What landlord-tenant rules does Lafayette add on top of Louisiana law?
Code-enforcement complaints: Lafayette Consolidated Government's Compliance Division enforces the Lafayette City-Parish Code of Ordinances in the City of Lafayette and unincorporated Lafayette Parish, aiming first for voluntary compliance. Complaints about abandoned properties or use of property can be filed online through the My Government Online portal (Report a Violation); anonymous reports cannot be tracked. The Code Enforcement Section handles tall grass, litter, debris, junked items and other nuisances (grass may not exceed 12 inches in the City); for an appointment call (337) 291-8445. General questions: (337) 291-8200 or 311.; Free legal aid for renters: Acadiana Legal Service Corporation (ALSC), a non-profit law firm serving 42 Louisiana parishes, gives free help in civil cases, including protecting tenants from wrongful evictions, unsafe living conditions and housing discrimination. Apply online 24/7, or call 1-866-ASK-ALSC (1-866-275-2572) during intake hours (Monday-Wednesday 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday 1-3 p.m.); an eligibility check is required. ALSC's Lafayette/Administrative Office is at 1020 Surrey Street, Lafayette, LA 70501, but the organization says it is currently closed for repairs, with staff working remotely.

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Last verified against official sources: October 29, 2026.

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