Louisiana § RS 33:3522 - Notice of intention to make improvements
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3522 — Notice of intention to make improvements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:3522. Notice of intention to make improvements
Any municipality taking advantage of this Sub-part shall adopt a resolution giving notice of its intention to make the proposed improvements, which notice shall contain a general description of the improvements contemplated, the manner of paying for them, and shall state whether the improvements shall be constructed under private contract or undertaken by the municipality. The notice shall be signed by the authorized officer of the municipality, and shall contain substantially all things set forth in the resolution, and shall set forth further that the authority ordering the giving of notice will, in open session, at the date and at the hour and place named, hear all objections to the proposed improvements, the manner of paying for them, and the manner in which the improvements shall be made. After hearing and passing on the objections, the governing authority may order the improvements constructed in the manner hereinafter provided. The notice of intention shall be published once a week for three consecutive weeks, the first publication being not less than fifteen days before the date fixed for the hearing of objections. The notice shall be published in a newspaper published in the municipality, or if there be none, then in some newspaper published in the parish where the municipality is located, or by posting in three public places, within the corporate limits of the municipality, fifteen days before the date of the hearing.
Acts 1952, No. 379, §2.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:3522
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3522 cover?
Section RS 33:3522 ("Notice of intention to make 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 § RS 33:3522?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3522" (Louisiana). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 33:3522 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Louisiana can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Louisiana.