Louisiana § RS 33:3726 - Recovery of damages not arising from servitude
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3726 — Recovery of damages not arising from servitude, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:3726. Recovery of damages not arising from servitude
If, between the time of the passage of the ordinance and the widening of the street, the owners of land abutting the building line are damaged by the passage of the ordinance in any manner other than by taking of the servitude in the land, each shall have a right of action against the municipality for any damages; provided, however, that the action shall be brought within one year from the time it accrues, except that persons under legal disability may bring the action within such time as may be provided by law.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:3726
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3726 cover?
Section RS 33:3726 ("Recovery of damages not arising from servitude") 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 33:3726?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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