Kentucky Notice & Entry Laws

In URLTA counties, Kentucky landlords must give tenants at least 2 days advance notice before entering the rental unit for non-emergency purposes, and entry must be at a reasonable time.

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Key Rules

Notice Required
2 days advance notice (URLTA counties)
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

Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.615

Landlord's access (URLTA counties): landlord must give at least 2 days advance notice before entering the unit for repairs, inspections, or to show the unit. Entry must be at reasonable times.

Legal Aid Resources

Legal Aid Society (Louisville)

502-584-1254

Jefferson County and Louisville metro

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