Landlord Entry Rules in Rhode Island
Rhode Island rules on landlord entry for renters and landlords, with the statute or official page behind each answer. Last verified: 2026-10-22.
Short answer: At least 2 days' notice of intent to enter, at reasonable times, except in an emergency or when impracticable. R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-26
The rules in Rhode Island
| Landlord entry notice | At least 2 days' notice of intent to enter, at reasonable times, except in an emergency or when impracticable. Entry without consent allowed in emergencies, or during a tenant absence of more than 7 days if reasonably necessary to protect the property. Source: R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-26 |
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Rhode Island vs. neighboring states
| State | Landlord entry notice |
|---|---|
| Rhode Island | At least 2 days' notice of intent to enter, at reasonable times, except in an emergency or when impracticable. Entry without consent allowed in emergencies, or during a tenant absence of more than 7 days if reasonably necessary to protect the property. R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-26 |
| Connecticut | Reasonable written or oral notice and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency. No fixed number of hours in the statute. Without consent, entry only in an emergency, under § 47a-16a (extended absence), by court order, or after abandonment. Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 47a-16, 47a-18a |
| 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) |
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Landlord Entry Rules in Rhode Island FAQ
Can a landlord enter without notice in Rhode Island?
At least 2 days' notice of intent to enter, at reasonable times, except in an emergency or when impracticable. Entry without consent allowed in emergencies, or during a tenant absence of more than 7 days if reasonably necessary to protect the property. (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-26)
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