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Arizona Notice to enter

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

How much notice does a landlord have to give before entering a rental in Arizona?

At least two days' notice and entry only at reasonable times, except in emergencies or where impracticable. A tenant's maintenance request counts as permission to enter for that purpose.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1343 · last checked 2026-10-15

How this works in Arizona

Arizona requires at least two days' notice of the landlord's intent to enter, and entry only at reasonable times, except in emergencies or where it is impracticable. A tenant's maintenance request counts as permission to enter for that purpose.

Worked example for Arizona

Example: You want to inspect the unit on June 12, 2026. At least two days' notice of your intent to enter is due by June 10, 2026, and you may enter only at reasonable times. If the tenant requested maintenance, that request counts as permission to enter for that purpose. No such notice is required in an emergency or where it is impracticable.

Arizona timelines and limits

NoticeAt least two days' notice of intent to enter
TimingReasonable times only
Maintenance requestCounts as permission to enter for that purpose
No notice neededEmergencies, or where it is impracticable

Arizona FAQ

How much notice does an Arizona landlord have to give before entering?

At least two days' notice, under A.R.S. § 33-1343, and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency or where it is impracticable.

Does a maintenance request change the notice rule?

Yes. A tenant's maintenance request counts as permission to enter for that purpose.

When is the two-day notice not required?

In an emergency or where it is impracticable.

Sources for this section: A.R.S. § 33-1343 (checked 2026-10-15)

This is general information, not legal advice. The verified rule and official sources above control. Check the source or a local attorney for your situation.

Related Arizona rules

Lockouts and utility shutoffs

If a landlord unlawfully removes or excludes the tenant, or willfully interrupts electric, gas, water or other essential service, the tenant may recover possession or end the lease. In either case the tenant recovers up to two months' rent or twice actual damages, whichever is greater.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1367 · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Arizona lockouts and utility shutoffs page

Retaliation protections

A landlord may not raise rent, cut services, or bring or threaten an eviction after the tenant complains to a code agency or to the landlord about habitability, or joins a tenants' union. A complaint within 6 months before the landlord's action creates a presumption of retaliation, unless it came after a termination notice.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1381 · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Arizona retaliation protections page

Repairs and habitability remedies

For a habitability defect costing less than $300 or half a month's rent (whichever is greater), the tenant may give written notice. If the landlord does not act within 10 days, the tenant may have a licensed contractor fix it and deduct the cost with an itemized statement and lien waiver. Separate remedies cover missing water, heat, cooling and other essential services.

Verified Source: A.R.S. §§ 33-1363, 33-1364 · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full Arizona repairs and habitability remedies page

Rental inspections

Arizona cities may adopt a citywide rental inspection program only after a public hearing, mailed notice to registered rental owners and a three-fourths council vote. Cities may not adopt rental licensing or their own rental registration, and A.R.S. § 9-1305 bars fees for initial inspections. Statute text: "A city or town may adopt a citywide residential rental property inspection program only if the following occurs" (A.R.S. §§ 9-1304, 9-1305).

Verified Source: A.R.S. §§ 9-1304, 9-1305 · last checked 2026-10-17 · Full Arizona rental inspections page

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