What Rights Do Condo Owners Have?
Records Access · Voting · Common Elements · Due Process · Legal Remedies
Louisiana condominium owners have significant rights under the Louisiana Condominium Act (La. R.S. 9:1121.101 et seq.) and their association's governing documents: voting rights at membership meetings; access to financial records and governing documents; right to use common elements and limited common elements; due process before fines or enforcement actions; the right to challenge improper assessments; and the right to bring legal action against the association for violations of state law or the governing documents.
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Jonathan M. Rhodes
Attorney at Law — The Rhodes Law Firm
Practice Areas: Condominium Law — Owner Rights · Last Updated:
Serving: Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, St. Charles Parish, Louisiana
Key Rights of Louisiana Condo Owners
Vote at Membership Meetings
Elect board members, approve amendments to the declaration, and vote on major expenditures.
Inspect Association Records
Review financial records, meeting minutes, contracts, insurance policies, and governing documents.
Use Common Elements
Use lobbies, elevators, pools, gyms, and common amenities consistent with the rules.
Exclusive Use of Limited Common Elements
Exclusive use of assigned parking, balconies, storage, and other LCEs per the declaration.
Due Process Before Enforcement
Written notice of violations, opportunity to cure, and right to a hearing before fines are imposed.
Challenge Assessments
Contest improperly levied assessments and special assessments through proper procedures.
Sue the Association
Bring legal action for breach of the declaration, bylaws, or the Louisiana Condominium Act.
Equal Enforcement
Be subject to the same rules and enforcement as all other owners similarly situated.
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