Cap. 16 Art. 1651Where immovable property is contributed, public deed is necessary.

(1) A contract of partnership whereby any one of the partners binds himself to contribute the ownership of immovable property is void so far as regards the obligation of contributing the ownership of such property, unless it is made by a public deed.

(2) The provisions of sub-article (2) of article 1646 shall also apply to any such contract.