HOA Management in Louisiana

HOA operations in Louisiana are primarily governed by the Louisiana Planned Community Act (La. R.S. §9:1141 through 9:1141.50). Complete rewrite of HOA law by Act 158 of 2024, effective January 1, 2025. Modeled after the Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act. Prospective only — applies to new HOAs; existing HOAs not required to amend. Condominiums are additionally governed by the Louisiana Condominium Act (La. R.S. §9:1121.101 et seq.).

Louisiana does not currently require a state-specific license for community association managers. Louisiana does not require a dedicated license for community association managers. Real estate licensing regulated by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for brokerage activities. Even without a state mandate, look for professional designations like CMCA, AMS, or PCAM as indicators of competence and professionalism.

Annual meetings required. Budgets, records, and voting procedures governed by statute. Board members owe fiduciary duties.

2024 legislation emphasizes ADR. Mediation (neutral third party) and binding arbitration are available. No state ombudsman for HOA disputes.

HOAs can place liens for unpaid assessments under the "homeowners association privilege" (La. R.S. §9:1141.9). Can initiate foreclosure proceedings.

Act 158 of 2024: Complete rewrite of HOA law into the Planned Community Act (PCA), effective January 1, 2025. Modeled after Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act. Prospective only (new HOAs; existing HOAs not required to amend). Requires new associations to be Louisiana nonprofit corporations.

Match HOA provides a free matching service that connects Louisiana HOA boards with vetted management companies. We verify that providers hold professional credentials like CMCA, AMS, or PCAM designations. Submit your community details through our intake form to receive matched recommendations within 48 hours.