New York Landlord Entry Notice
24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard)New York law requires "reasonable notice" before landlord entry rather than a fixed hour minimum — 24 hours is the typical interpretation, and your lease may set a specific period. Genuine emergencies (fire, flooding, urgent repairs) are exempt from the notice requirement.
Educational information: generated from our New York law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How New York 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 New York compares with other states in our database.
| State | Landlord Entry Notice |
|---|---|
| New York | 24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard) |
| North Carolina | 24 hours customary (no statutory minimum) |
| North Dakota | 24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard) |
| Ohio | 24 hours typical ("reasonable notice" standard) |
| Oklahoma | 24 hours |
Frequently asked questions
- How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in New York?
- New York requires "reasonable notice" rather than a fixed hour minimum — 24 hours is the typical interpretation. New York law requires "reasonable" notice, typically interpreted as 24 hours. Entry should be during reasonable hours. NYC has additional requirements.
- Can a landlord enter without notice in an emergency in New York?
- Yes. Emergencies such as fire or serious water leaks allow immediate entry without advance notice.
- Can my lease waive the entry notice requirement in New York?
- 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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