Florida Notice & Entry Laws
Florida requires landlords to give tenants at least 12 hours advance notice before entering the rental unit, and entry is restricted to between 7:30 AM and 8:00 PM.
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Key Rules
- Notice Required
- 12 hours advance notice for non-emergency entry
- Emergency Entry
- Permitted without prior notice in emergency situations
- Permissible Reasons
- Repairs, inspections, showing unit to prospective tenants or buyers, court order
- Time Of Entry
- 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM (statutory restriction)
Applicable Statutes
Landlord's access to dwelling unit: landlord must give at least 12 hours advance notice before entry for repairs, inspections, or to show the unit. Entry must be between 7:30 AM and 8:00 PM.
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