Louisiana § RS 33:3960 - Municipality to own and operate sewerage system
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3960 — Municipality to own and operate sewerage system, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 33:3960. Municipality to own and operate sewerage system
After the sewerage system has been completed and accepted, the full ownership thereof shall vest in the municipality, which shall thereafter maintain and operate it at its own expense and as a part of its sewerage system and a public utility of the municipality and at no further cost or charge to the abutting property owners. The governing authority of any municipality acting under the provisions of this Sub-part may assist the sewerage district by paying in part for the installation and erection of a sewerage system out of its available funds.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 33:3960
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 33:3960 cover?
Section RS 33:3960 ("Municipality to own and operate sewerage system") 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 33:3960?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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