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Notice of entry to a rented home

A written notice telling a tenant when you, or someone you send, will come in, why, and how to rearrange, with a record of when and how it was delivered.

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Notice of entry

Date:

To:

Address
Unit or apartment

This is to let you know that will need to enter your home on , between and .

Reason
What will be done

If this time doesn’t work for you, please contact at as soon as you can to arrange another time. You are welcome to be there.

Landlord or agent

Signature

Name

Date

How this notice was given

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Give notice in writing, every time

A tenant's home is their home, even though you own it. Outside a real emergency, tell the tenant in writing when you or someone you send will come in, why, and for how long, and give them a way to rearrange. A written, dated notice also protects you if there is a dispute about access later.

Give a time window, not just a date, and keep it short.
Say who will come in. Contractors should be people you have authorised.
Describe the work, so the tenant can clear the area or secure pets.
Record how and when you delivered the notice.

Tenants in New York City can read when a landlord can enter your apartment. Tenants asking for a repair can use the repair request letter.

Local rules we checked

Rules change and local laws can add more. Follow the source link before you rely on one.

New York City
Outside emergencies, give written, dated notice at least 24 hours before an inspection and at least one week before repairs or improvements, with access on weekdays between 9am and 5pm unless the tenant agrees otherwise.
Source

Fact-checked October 24, 2026

Notice periods differ by country, state and lease; Roofy has checked New York City’s (from its fact-checked landlord entry guide, 2026-10-12). Elsewhere, check local rules and your lease before relying on a notice period.

Sources

Notice of Adoption amending 28 RCNY § 25-101 (owner’s right of access) · NYC HPD via NYC Rules (accessed October 12, 2026)

General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Rules change; confirm with the agency or a professional before you act.