Landlord Entry Rules in Illinois
Illinois rules on landlord entry for renters and landlords, with the statute or official page behind each answer. Last verified: 2026-10-22.
Short answer: No statute (statewide). Entry is governed by the lease and local ordinances. 765 ILCS 705 (Landlord and Tenant Act — no entry provision)
The rules in Illinois
| Landlord entry notice | No statute (statewide). Entry is governed by the lease and local ordinances. Chicago RLTO and some other local ordinances impose entry-notice rules. |
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Illinois vs. neighboring states
| State | Landlord entry notice |
|---|---|
| Illinois | No statute (statewide). Entry is governed by the lease and local ordinances. 765 ILCS 705 (Landlord and Tenant Act — no entry provision) |
| Indiana | Landlord must give reasonable written or oral notice and enter only at reasonable times, and may not abuse entry to harass. No notice needed in an emergency threatening safety of occupants or property; entry without consent allowed under court order or if the unit is abandoned/surrendered. Tenant may not unreasonably refuse entry to inspect, repair, supply services, or show the unit. IC 32-31-5-6(e)-(g) |
| Iowa | At least 24 hours' notice and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency or where impracticable. Landlord may enter without consent in an emergency, and may not abuse access to harass. Tenant may not unreasonably withhold consent for inspections, repairs, services, or showings. Iowa Code § 562A.19 |
| Kentucky | URLTA areas: at least 2 days' notice and entry only at reasonable times, except in emergencies or where impracticable; no abuse of access. Non-URLTA areas: no statute. KRS 383.615 |
| Missouri | No statute — entry and notice before entry are governed by the lease. RSMo Chs. 441, 534 and 535 (no section on landlord entry) |
| Wisconsin | At least 12 hours' advance notice, unless the tenant agrees to shorter notice. Entry is limited to reasonable times to inspect, repair, or show the unit. No notice is needed if the tenant requests or consents to the entry time, in a health or safety emergency, or if the tenant is absent and entry is reasonably needed to protect the premises. Wis. Admin. Code ATCP 134.09(2); Wis. Stat. § 704.05(2) |
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Landlord Entry Rules in Illinois FAQ
Can a landlord enter without notice in Illinois?
No statute (statewide). Entry is governed by the lease and local ordinances. (765 ILCS 705 (Landlord and Tenant Act — no entry provision))
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