Indiana Notice & Entry Laws

Indiana requires landlords to give reasonable advance notice — typically understood as 24 hours — before entering a tenant's rental unit for non-emergency purposes.

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Key Rules

Notice Required
Reasonable notice required (24 hours is the accepted standard)
Emergency Entry
Permitted without prior notice in emergency situations
Permissible Reasons
Repairs, inspections, showing unit to prospective tenants or buyers
Time Of Entry
Must be at a reasonable time

Applicable Statutes

Ind. Code § 32-31-5-6

Landlord's right of entry: landlord must give reasonable notice to the tenant before entering the rental unit for inspection or repairs, unless an emergency exists.

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