Louisiana § CC 1256 - Immovables collated in kind; reimbursement for improvements.
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1256 — Immovables collated in kind; reimbursement for improvements., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 1256. Immovables collated in kind; reimbursement for improvements.
The donee who collates in kind an immovable, which has been given to him, must be reimbursed by his coheirs for the expenses which have improved the estate, in proportion to the increase of value which it has received thereby.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 1256
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 1256 cover?
Section CC 1256 ("Immovables collated in kind; reimbursement for improvements.") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Louisiana § CC 1256?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 1256 apply to my situation?
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