Property Ownership
In Louisiana, the 'principle of accession' applies when a tenant installs trade fixtures in a commercial space. These fixtures:
AAutomatically become the landlord's permanent property
BAre generally removed by the tenant at lease end if the lease or law permits, as they are installed for trade purposes✓ Correct
CBecome community property of both landlord and tenant
DMust remain in place per Louisiana Civil Code in all cases
Explanation
Trade fixtures installed by commercial tenants for business purposes are generally removable by the tenant at lease end, distinguishing them from non-trade improvements. Louisiana law and the lease terms govern specific rights to removal.
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