Louisiana Property Disclosure Statement

Property Address: [[Full Property Address]], [[City]], Louisiana [[ZIP Code]]
Seller Name(s): [[Seller Full Name(s)]]
Buyer Name(s): [[Buyer Full Name(s)]]
Date of Disclosure: [[Disclosure Date]]
Purchase Agreement Acceptance Date: [[Acceptance Date]]
Year Built: [[Year Built]]

Generate a complete Louisiana Residential Property Disclosure Statement compliant with La. R.S. 9:3198 (Louisiana Residential Property Disclosure Act). This applies to the sale of most 1, 4 unit residential property. Seller must deliver the written disclosure to the buyer within ten (10) days after acceptance of the purchase agreement. Buyer has three (3) days after receipt to rescind if the disclosure reveals unsatisfactory conditions., -

Louisiana Residential Property Disclosure Act, La. R.S. 9:3198

Under the Louisiana Residential Property Disclosure Act (La. R.S. 9:3198 et seq.), a seller of residential real property consisting of not more than four dwelling units must deliver a completed property disclosure statement to the buyer. Delivery must occur within ten (10) days after the parties sign a purchase agreement.

Buyer Rescission Right
The buyer has three (3) days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) after receipt of the disclosure to terminate the purchase agreement by delivering written notice to the seller if the buyer finds any disclosed condition unsatisfactory. This right is in addition to any inspection contingencies in the purchase agreement.

Exemptions
Certain transfers are exempt (e.g., foreclosures, transfers between co-owners, transfers to or from government entities, transfers by succession or donation, new construction sold by builder with warranty, etc.). Confirm applicability before using this form.

Seller Duty
Sellers must disclose known defects and conditions in good faith. "Known" means actual knowledge. The disclosure is not a substitute for the buyer's independent inspections and due diligence. Flood risk, termites, and subsidence are especially material in Louisiana., -

Property Identification and Basic Facts

Legal Description / Lot & Block (if known): [[Legal Description or "See attached survey"]]

Parcel / Tax ID: [[Parcel Number]]

Property Type: [[Single Family / Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex / Condo / Townhouse]]

Approximate Age of Home: [[Age]] years

Square Footage (heated / living area): [[Sq Ft]] sq ft

Lot Size: [[Lot Size acres or sq ft]]

Current Use / Occupancy: [[Owner occupied / Tenant occupied / Vacant / Other]]

Flood Zone Determination (from current FEMA map or flood cert): [[Zone X / AE / VE / AH / Other, or "To be confirmed by survey / elevation cert"]], -

Disclosure Checklist, Known Defects and Conditions

Seller discloses below all known conditions and defects. Check the appropriate box and provide details where indicated. "Unknown" means the seller has no actual knowledge.

1. Structural, Foundation, Roof, and Exterior

• Foundation / Slab / Piers: [[No known issues / Known cracks, settling, movement, describe: [[Details]] / Unknown]]
• Roof: Age [[Roof Age]] years. Type: [[Asphalt / Metal / Tile / Other]]. Known leaks, damage, or repairs in last 5 years: [[Yes, describe / No / Unknown]]
• Exterior Walls / Siding / Trim: [[No known issues / Issues: [[Details]]]]
• Windows / Doors: [[No known issues / Issues: [[Details]]]]
• Driveway / Walks / Retaining Walls: [[No known issues / Issues: [[Details]]]]

2. Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, and Systems

• Plumbing System: [[No known issues / Leaks, clogs, material concerns (polybutylene, galvanized, etc.): [[Details]] / Unknown]]
• Water Heater: [[Age / Condition: [[Details]]]]
• Electrical System / Panel / Wiring: [[No known issues / Known problems or upgrades needed: [[Details]] / Unknown]]
• HVAC (Heating / Cooling): [[No known issues / Age of system(s): [[Details]]; Known problems: [[Details]]]]
• Septic System or Sewer: Property is on [[Public sewer / Private septic system / Other]]. If septic: last pumped [[Date or "Unknown"]], known issues [[Yes / No / Unknown, describe]]

3. Flooding, Water Intrusion, and Subsidence (Louisiana-Specific)

Louisiana properties face elevated risk of flooding, subsidence, and soil movement. Disclosure of history is critical.

• Flooding History: Has the property experienced flooding, storm surge, or significant water intrusion (including from hurricanes, heavy rain, or levee issues)? [[Yes, dates and areas affected: [[Details]] / No known flooding / Unknown]]
• Flood Insurance: Is the property currently in a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area requiring flood insurance for federally-backed mortgages? [[Yes / No / Unknown, obtain current flood cert]]
• Subsidence / Soil Settlement / Slab Movement: Known or suspected slab settlement, foundation movement, or soil issues (common in Louisiana due to clay soils and subsidence): [[Yes, describe: [[Details]] / No known issues / Unknown]]
• Drainage / Grading: [[Adequate / Known problems with standing water or poor drainage: [[Details]]]]

Flood Zone / NFIP Disclosure Box

4. Environmental Hazards and Wood-Destroying Organisms

• Lead-Based Paint (pre-1978 homes): Seller has actual knowledge of lead-based paint and/or hazards: [[Yes, attach any reports / No / Property built [[Year]] (post-1977 or unknown)]]. Federal law requires disclosure for pre-1978 housing.
• Asbestos: Known asbestos-containing materials: [[Yes, location: [[Details]] / No known / Unknown]]
• Mold / Mildew / Moisture: Known visible mold, water damage, or chronic moisture problems: [[Yes, describe location and remediation: [[Details]] / No / Unknown]]
• Underground Storage Tanks (USTs): Known or suspected USTs on property (fuel oil, propane, etc.): [[Yes, describe / No / Unknown]]
• Termites / Wood-Destroying Organisms (WDO): Any history of termite infestation, WDO damage, or treatment (critical in Louisiana climate): [[Yes, treatment dates and company: [[Details]]; current WDO report attached? [[Yes / No]] / No known history / Unknown]]
• Other Environmental (hazardous materials, landfills, industrial proximity): [[None known / Details: [[Details]]]]

5. Legal, Title, HOA, and Assessments

• HOA / Condo / Subdivision Assessments: [[No HOA / HOA Name: [[Name]], Monthly/Annual dues $[[Amount]], Special assessments pending or planned: [[Yes, describe / No / Unknown]]]]
• Legal Disputes / Litigation / Violations: Any pending or threatened lawsuits, code violations, liens, or disputes affecting the property or title? [[Yes, describe / No / Unknown]]
• Easements / Encroachments / Boundary Issues: [[None known / Known issues: [[Details]]]]
• Insurance Claims History (last 5 years): [[None / Claims: [[Details, type, date, outcome]]]]

6. Other Known Defects or Material Conditions

List any other known material defects, needed repairs, or conditions that may affect value, use, or desirability not covered above:

[[Enter detailed narrative or "None known to seller"]], -

Seller's Certification

I/We, the undersigned Seller(s), certify that the information provided in this disclosure statement is true and complete to the best of my/our actual knowledge as of the date signed. I/We understand that this disclosure is made to the buyer in compliance with La. R.S. 9:3198 and does not replace the buyer's right and obligation to conduct independent inspections.

Seller 1 Signature: _________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Seller 1 Printed Name: [[Seller Full Name]]

Seller 2 Signature: _________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Seller 2 Printed Name: [[Seller Full Name]], -

Buyer Acknowledgment and Rescission Rights

I/We, the undersigned Buyer(s), acknowledge receipt of this Louisiana Property Disclosure Statement on [[Date Received]].

I/We understand that:

1. The seller has disclosed known conditions to the best of the seller's actual knowledge.
2. I/We have three (3) days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) from the date of receipt to rescind the purchase agreement by delivering written notice to the seller if any disclosed condition is unsatisfactory.
3. This disclosure is not a warranty and does not replace professional inspections, surveys, flood determinations, termite inspections (WDO reports), or title examination.

Buyer Rescission Notice (if exercised):

I/We elect to terminate the purchase agreement based on the disclosure. This notice is delivered within the three-day period.

Buyer Signature: _________________________________ Date: [[Date]], -

Buyer 1 Signature: _________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Buyer 1 Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Name]]

Buyer 2 Signature: _________________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Buyer 2 Printed Name: [[Buyer Full Name]], -

Sample Filled Example, Hypothetical Louisiana Property

Property: [[456 Bayou Oaks Drive]], [[Metairie]], Louisiana [[70001]]

Seller: [[John and Jane Seller]]

Buyer: [[Alex and Taylor Buyer]]

Acceptance of PA: [[2026-06-10]]

Disclosure Delivered: [[2026-06-18]] (within 10 days)

Key Disclosures in Sample:
- Roof replaced 2019; no leaks known.
- Foundation: minor hairline cracks noted 2024, no structural engineer report.
- Flood: Property in Zone X (minimal); no flooding history per seller.
- Termite: WDO report 2023, active subterranean termites treated by [[ABC Pest]]; annual contract in place.
- Sewer: Public sewer; no known issues.
- HOA: None.
- Subsidence: None known.
- Lead paint: Home built 1965, seller has no reports; federal lead disclosure pamphlet provided separately.
- Mold: None known.
- Legal: None.

Buyer received disclosure and elected not to rescind within 3 days., -

Additional Guidance

• Attach supporting documents when available (WDO reports, elevation certificates, prior repair invoices, HOA statements).
• Sellers should update this form if new information becomes known before closing.
• Buyers should obtain a current survey, flood elevation certificate if in or near a flood zone, professional home inspection, and termite/WDO inspection as part of due diligence.
• Real estate agents may not complete this form on behalf of the seller., -

> ⚠️ Template example, not professional (legal/financial/medical) advice. This disclosure is required under La. R.S. 9:3198 for most 1, 4 unit residential sales. Delivery timing and buyer rescission rights are statutory. All user inputs use [[Token Name]]. Flood, termite, and subsidence disclosures are particularly important in Louisiana. Verify current law, exemptions, and local practices. Obtain professional advice and inspections.

Primary Legal Reference: La. R.S. 9:3198 (Louisiana Residential Property Disclosure Act) and related federal lead-based paint rules (42 U.S.C. 4852d; 24 CFR Part 35).

(End of Louisiana Property Disclosure Statement.)