Landlord Entry Notice by State
Typical advance-notice requirements before a landlord enters a rental unit. Emergencies are usually exempt — confirm statutory exceptions in your state.
State-by-state table
| State | Entry Notice (summary) | Confidence | Primary Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 24 hours | partial | Alaska Stat. 34.03 |
| Alabama | Reasonable notice required | partial | Alabama Code Title 35 |
| Arkansas | No statutory requirement | partial | Arkansas Code 18-17 |
| Arizona | 2 days | partial | Arizona Revised Statutes 33-1301 |
| California | 24 hours | partial | California Civil Code 1940-1954.06 |
| Colorado | No statutory requirement | partial | Colorado Revised Statutes 38-12 |
| Connecticut | Reasonable notice | partial | Connecticut General Statutes 47a |
| Washington D.C. | 48 hours | partial | D.C. Code 42-3502 |
| Delaware | 2 days | partial | Delaware Code Title 25 |
| Florida | 12 hours | partial | Florida Statutes Chapter 83 |
| Georgia | No statutory requirement | partial | Georgia Code 44-7 |
| Hawaii | 2 days | partial | Hawaii Revised Statutes 521 |
| Iowa | 24 hours | partial | Iowa Code Chapter 562A |
| Idaho | No statutory requirement | partial | Idaho Code 55 |
| Illinois | No statutory requirement | partial | Illinois Compiled Statutes 765 ILCS 705 |
| Indiana | Reasonable notice | partial | Indiana Code 32-31 |
| Kansas | Reasonable notice | partial | Kansas Statutes 58-2540 |
| Kentucky | 2 days | partial | Kentucky Revised Statutes 383 |
| Louisiana | No statutory requirement | partial | Louisiana Civil Code 2668-2729 |
| Massachusetts | Reasonable notice | partial | Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 186 |
| Maryland | Reasonable notice | partial | Maryland Code Real Property 8 |
| Maine | 24 hours | partial | Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 |
| Michigan | Reasonable notice | partial | Michigan Compiled Laws 554.601 |
| Minnesota | Reasonable notice | partial | Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B |
| Missouri | No statutory requirement | partial | Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 441 |
| Mississippi | No statutory requirement | partial | Mississippi Code 89-8 |
| Montana | 24 hours | partial | Montana Code 70-24 |
| North Carolina | No statutory requirement | partial | North Carolina General Statutes 42 |
| North Dakota | Reasonable notice | partial | North Dakota Century Code 47-16 |
| Nebraska | 1 day | partial | Nebraska Revised Statutes 76-1401 |
| New Hampshire | Adequate notice | partial | New Hampshire RSA 540 |
| New Jersey | Reasonable notice | partial | New Jersey Statutes 46:8 |
| New Mexico | 24 hours | partial | New Mexico Statutes 47-8 |
| Nevada | 24 hours | partial | Nevada Revised Statutes 118A |
| New York | Reasonable notice | partial | New York Real Property Law 226-b |
| Ohio | 24 hours | partial | Ohio Revised Code 5321 |
| Oklahoma | 1 day | partial | Oklahoma Statutes Title 41 |
| Oregon | 24 hours | partial | Oregon Revised Statutes 90 |
| Pennsylvania | Reasonable notice | partial | Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act 68 |
| Rhode Island | 2 days | partial | Rhode Island General Laws 34-18 |
| South Carolina | 24 hours | partial | South Carolina Code 27-40 |
| South Dakota | 24 hours | partial | South Dakota Codified Laws 43-32 |
| Tennessee | No statutory requirement | partial | Tennessee Code 66-28 |
| Texas | No statutory requirement | partial | Texas Property Code Chapter 92 |
| Utah | 24 hours | partial | Utah Code 57-17 |
| Virginia | 24 hours | partial | Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act 55.1-1200 |
| Vermont | 48 hours | partial | Vermont Statutes Title 9 Chapter 137 |
| Washington | 2 days | partial | Washington RCW 59.18 |
| Wisconsin | 12 hours | partial | Wisconsin Statutes 704 |
| West Virginia | No statutory requirement | partial | West Virginia Code 37-6 |
| Wyoming | No statutory requirement | partial | Wyoming Statutes 1-21 |
Methodology & data sources
Data compiled from LeaseCraft state legal requirement summaries tied to published statute references. Confidence is marked partial unless independently verified. Not reviewed by a licensed attorney — confirm with official sources before legal reliance.
- Sources: https://www.legislature.state.al.us; https://www.ahfa.com; https://www.legalservicesalabama.org; https://www.hud.gov/states/alabama; Statute reference: Alabama Code Title 35; https://www.akleg.gov; https://www.ahfc.us; https://www.alsc-law.org
- Last reviewed: 2026-06-18
- Limitations: Figures are estimates and may not reflect your city, building type, or current lease terms. Always verify deposit caps and return deadlines with your state housing authority.
Disclaimer
LeaseCraft provides document automation and general information — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Laws and local rules change; verify requirements with your lease, state housing agency, or a licensed professional before acting on any estimate or summary on this page.
FAQ
Can a landlord enter without notice in an emergency?
Most states allow entry without advance notice for genuine emergencies such as fire, flood, or gas leak. Non-emergency entry typically requires notice as summarized in the table.
Should entry rules be in the lease?
Yes — document notice hours, purposes, and contact method in the lease or a written addendum even when state law sets minimum notice.
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