Landlord Entry Rules in Indiana
Indiana rules on landlord entry for renters and landlords, with the statute or official page behind each answer. Last verified: 2026-10-22.
Short answer: 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; IC 32-31-5-6(e)-(g)
The rules in Indiana
| Landlord entry notice | 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. No specific number of hours is set. Source: IC 32-31-5-6(e)-(g) |
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Indiana vs. neighboring states
| State | Landlord entry notice |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| Illinois | No statute (statewide). Entry is governed by the lease and local ordinances. 765 ILCS 705 (Landlord and Tenant Act — no entry provision) |
| 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 |
| Michigan | No statute — no Michigan statute sets a notice period or rules for landlord entry; entry is governed by the lease. MCL 600.2918(3)(b) (no general entry statute) |
| Ohio | Reasonable notice and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency or where notice is impracticable; 24 hours is presumed to be reasonable notice. Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.04(A)(8) |
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Landlord Entry Rules in Indiana FAQ
Can a landlord enter without notice in 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))
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