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District of Columbia landlord entry notice

District of Columbia landlords must give at least 48 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.

The rule

Notice before entry
48 hours
In an emergency
No notice needed
The rule
At least 48 hours’ written notice, for a reasonable purpose, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and not on Sundays or federal holidays unless the tenant agrees; no notice for emergencies.

Law: D.C. Code § 42-3505.51

Last reviewed September 30, 2026

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section.