Louisiana § CC 2577 - Ownership of improvements and augmentations pending redemption
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2577 — Ownership of improvements and augmentations pending redemption, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 2577. Ownership of improvements and augmentations pending redemption
The buyer is entitled to all improvements he made on the thing that can be removed when the seller exercises the right of redemption. If such improvements cannot be removed, the buyer is entitled to the enhancement of the value of the thing resulting from the improvements. The buyer is also entitled to the enhancement of the value of the thing resulting from ungathered fruits and unharvested crops.
If the thing sold under right of redemption is naturally increased by accession, alluvion, or accretion before the redeeming seller exercises the right, the increase belongs to the seller.
Acts 1993, No. 841, §1, eff. Jan. 1, 1995.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 2577
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 2577 cover?
Section CC 2577 ("Ownership of improvements and augmentations pending redemption") 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 2577?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § CC 2577 apply to my situation?
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