Louisiana § RS 33:3499 - Prescription of actions attacking improvement proceedings

Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3499 — Prescription of actions attacking improvement proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ RS 33:3499. Prescription of actions attacking improvement proceedings

All actions to enjoin or prevent any local improvement provided for in this Sub-part must be instituted in the court of competent jurisdiction prior to the signing of the contract.  After the signing of the contract all actions shall be prescribed.  These limitations shall not apply to actions instituted by the municipality.

Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:3499

What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3499 cover?

Section RS 33:3499 ("Prescription of actions attacking improvement proceedings") 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.

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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?

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