Delaware Notice & Entry Laws
Delaware requires landlords to give tenants at least 24 hours notice before entering the unit for non-emergency purposes, and entry must occur at reasonable times.
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Key Rules
- Notice Required
- 24 hours advance notice for non-emergency entry
- Emergency Entry
- Permitted without notice in emergency situations
- Permissible Reasons
- Repairs, inspections, showing unit to prospective tenants or buyers
- Time Of Entry
- Must be at a reasonable time (8 AM to 9 PM by convention)
Applicable Statutes
Del. Code Ann. tit. 25, § 5509
Landlord's right of access: landlord must give at least 24 hours advance notice before entering the rental unit for non-emergency inspections, repairs, or to show the unit. Entry must be at reasonable times.
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