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Library Services: Interlibrary Loan

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Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Online Request Form

 

Contact Us

Phone: 337-261-5757
Please leave a message and ILL staff will return your call.
Email: ill@lafayettepubliclibrary.org

ILL Borrowing Information

Patrons may request items not found in the Lafayette Public Library’s collections through the Online Request Form. Some items not purchased for the collection may be available through Interlibrary Loan (ILL). 

How ILL Works:

  • Involves borrowing materials from in-state and out-of-state libraries.
  • Audiobooks are only available from in-state libraries.
  • DVDs and musical CDs are only available through the State Library of Louisiana catalog. 
  • Timeframe: Requests can take from one week to one month, depending on availability. 
  • Some items may have conditions for use. These may include, but are not limited to, use in the library only.
  • All attempts will be made to obtain material for free. You will be notified if the lending library charges a fee.
  • Please report lost or damaged items immediately to your library. Items are subject to the lending library's replacement or damage cost assessment.

Placing Requests:

  • At any Lafayette Public Library location or online using the “Request Title Not Currently at LPL” form.
  • Unrestricted library cards in good standing are eligible for ILL.
  • Unfilled Requests: Patrons will be notified by email. An option to ILL the item may be offered. Lafayette Public Library cannot guarantee that all ILL requests will be successful. 
  • Borrowed materials will be sent to the patron’s requested branch. Notification for pickup will be sent via email.
  • Pickup Timeframe: Maximum of 7 days.
  • Limit: 10 ILL items checked out at a time.

Important: Ensure all contact information (email, phone numbers, mailing address) is current. This can be verified in person or online by logging into your account.

Log In to Your Account

Renewal Information

Note: ILL items cannot be renewed by patrons or public service staff due to specific handling requirements.

To Request a Renewal:

Include your name, library card number, contact information, and details about the items you wish to renew. If the renewal is approved, you will be notified of the new due date.