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24-Hour Notice to Enter

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Tentunit Template Library · Version 1.0 · [TEMPLATE — review before use]

Important: This is a general-purpose template provided for convenience under the Tentunit Templates Disclaimer & Jurisdiction Notice. It is not legal advice and is not state-specific unless expressly labeled. Landlord–tenant requirements (notice periods, day counts, service methods, disclosures) vary by jurisdiction and change over time. Verify against current local law — or consult a licensed attorney — before use. Complete every [BRACKETED FIELD] and delete instructions in italics before sending.

[DATE]

[TENANT NAME] [PROPERTY ADDRESS] [UNIT NUMBER, IF ANY] [CITY, STATE ZIP]

RE: Notice of Intent to Enter Rental Unit at [PROPERTY ADDRESS]

Dear [TENANT NAME],

This letter is to notify you that the landlord, or the landlord’s authorized agent or contractor, intends to enter the rental unit identified above. This notice is provided at least [NUMBER OF HOURS REQUIRED IN YOUR JURISDICTION] hours in advance of the planned entry.

Italic note — delete before sending: many states require 24–48 hours’ advance notice for non-emergency entry; some require only “reasonable notice.” Check your state and local law, and your lease, and enter the correct number of hours above.

Purpose of entry (check all that apply):

  • Repair or maintenance: [DESCRIBE WORK TO BE PERFORMED]
  • Routine inspection of the premises
  • Showing the unit to a prospective tenant, buyer, lender, appraiser, or contractor
  • Other (as permitted by the lease or applicable law): [DESCRIBE PURPOSE]

Date and time of entry:

  • Date of entry: [DATE OF ENTRY]
  • Time window: between [START TIME] and [END TIME]
  • Person(s) entering: [NAME(S) AND ROLE(S), e.g., landlord, property manager, plumbing contractor]

Entry will take place during the window stated above. If the work or showing cannot be completed within that window, we will provide a new notice for any additional entry, except as otherwise permitted by law or the lease.

You do not need to be present. You are welcome to be home during the entry, but your presence is not required. If you will not be present, the person(s) named above will enter using the landlord’s key, will remain only as long as reasonably necessary, and will secure the unit upon leaving. Please secure any pets before the entry window.

Need to reschedule? If the date or time above presents a genuine conflict, contact us as soon as possible — and no later than [DEADLINE TO REQUEST RESCHEDULING, e.g., 24 hours before the scheduled entry] — so we can try to arrange a mutually convenient alternative:

  • Contact: [CONTACT NAME]
  • Phone: [PHONE NUMBER]
  • Email: [EMAIL ADDRESS]

Nothing in this notice limits the landlord’s right to enter without advance notice in the case of an emergency, or as otherwise permitted by the lease or applicable law.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Sincerely,

[LANDLORD / AGENT NAME] [TITLE, e.g., Owner or Property Manager] [COMPANY NAME, IF ANY] [PHONE NUMBER] · [EMAIL ADDRESS] [MAILING ADDRESS]

Proof of Service (complete and retain a copy for your records)

I, [NAME OF PERSON SERVING NOTICE], served this notice on [DATE OF SERVICE] by:

  • Personal delivery to the tenant
  • Posting in a conspicuous place at the rental unit (e.g., the front door)
  • Certified mail, return receipt requested, to the address above
  • Other method permitted by law or the lease: [DESCRIBE METHOD]

Signature: _______________________________ Date: [DATE]

Provided by Tentunit — see the Templates Disclaimer & Jurisdiction Notice at help.tentunit.com/policies/templates-disclaimer.