Missouri Landlord Entry Notice
24 hours customary (no statutory minimum)Missouri law does not set a fixed minimum notice period for landlord entry, but 24 hours' advance notice is widely treated as good practice — and your lease may promise it outright. Genuine emergencies (fire, flooding, urgent repairs) are exempt from the notice requirement.
Educational information: generated from our Missouri law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Missouri compares
25 of 51 US jurisdictions set a fixed statutory minimum notice period for landlord entry; the rest apply a reasonable-notice standard or rely on custom and lease terms. Here is how Missouri compares with other states in our database.
| State | Landlord Entry Notice |
|---|---|
| Missouri | 24 hours customary (no statutory minimum) |
| Montana | 24 hours |
| Nebraska | 24 hours |
| Nevada | 24 hours |
| New Hampshire | 24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard) |
Frequently asked questions
- How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in Missouri?
- There is no specific statutory minimum in Missouri — 24 hours is considered good practice rather than a legal requirement. No specific statutory requirement, but reasonable notice expected. Typically addressed in lease agreement.
- Can a landlord enter without notice in an emergency in Missouri?
- Yes. Emergencies such as fire or serious water leaks allow immediate entry without advance notice.
- Can my lease waive the entry notice requirement in Missouri?
- Clauses granting the landlord unlimited entry without notice are a common red flag and are frequently unenforceable. Have any such clause reviewed.
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