Landlord Entry Rules in New Hampshire
New Hampshire 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 may not enter without the tenant's consent except for emergency repairs or under a court order. RSA 540-A:3, IV-V
The rules in New Hampshire
| Landlord entry notice | Landlord may not enter without the tenant's consent except for emergency repairs or under a court order. Tenant may not unreasonably refuse entry at a reasonable time after 'notice which is adequate under the circumstances' (no fixed number of hours). Bed bug evaluation entry requires 48 hours' written notice; emergency entry for infestations within 72 hours of notice counts as emergency repair. Paragraph V was reworded effective Oct. 8, 2026 (2026 ch. 308) so tenants may not refuse access for necessary repairs or other reasonable and lawful functions. Source: RSA 540-A:3, IV-V |
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New Hampshire vs. neighboring states
| State | Landlord entry notice |
|---|---|
| New Hampshire | Landlord may not enter without the tenant's consent except for emergency repairs or under a court order. Tenant may not unreasonably refuse entry at a reasonable time after 'notice which is adequate under the circumstances' (no fixed number of hours). RSA 540-A:3, IV-V |
| Maine | Reasonable notice at reasonable times; 24 hours' notice is presumed reasonable. No notice needed in an emergency or where impracticable. Tenant may not unreasonably refuse entry for inspections, repairs, improvements, or showings. 14 M.R.S. § 6025 |
| Massachusetts | No set advance-notice period (for example, 24 hours) in the statute. A lease may allow the landlord to enter only to inspect, make repairs, or show the unit to prospective tenants, buyers, or mortgagees; under a court order; if the unit appears abandoned; or within the last 30 days of the tenancy, after either party has given notice to end it, to inspect for damage that could be deducted from the deposit. G.L. c. 186, § 15B(1)(a) |
| Vermont | With tenant consent (not to be unreasonably withheld), or between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. on at least 48 hours' notice for inspections, repairs, services, or showings. No notice needed if the landlord reasonably believes there is imminent danger to a person or property. 9 V.S.A. 4460 |
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Landlord Entry Rules in New Hampshire FAQ
Can a landlord enter without notice in New Hampshire?
Landlord may not enter without the tenant's consent except for emergency repairs or under a court order. Tenant may not unreasonably refuse entry at a reasonable time after 'notice which is adequate under the circumstances' (no fixed number of hours). (RSA 540-A:3, IV-V)
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.