Louisiana § CC 705 - Servitude of passage
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § CC 705 — Servitude of passage, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ CC 705. Servitude of passage
The servitude of passage is the right for the benefit of the dominant estate whereby persons, animals, utilities, or vehicles are permitted to pass through the servient estate. Unless the title provides otherwise, the extent of the right and the mode of its exercise shall be suitable for the kind of traffic or utility necessary for the reasonable use of the dominant estate.
Acts 1977, No. 514, §1; Acts 2012, No. 739, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § CC 705
What does Louisiana Civil Code § CC 705 cover?
Section CC 705 ("Servitude of passage") 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 705?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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