Kentucky Notice to enter
How much notice does a landlord have to give before entering a rental in Kentucky?
In cities and counties that adopted Kentucky's URLTA, the landlord must give at least 2 days' notice before entering, except in an emergency or where impracticable, and may enter only at reasonable times to inspect, make repairs, supply services or show the unit.
Verified Source: KRS 383.615(1), (3) · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in Kentucky
In cities and counties that adopted Kentucky's URLTA, you must give at least 2 days' notice before entering, except in an emergency or where it is impracticable, and you may enter only at reasonable times to inspect, make repairs, supply services or show the unit. The statute does not apply in a locality that has not adopted the URLTA.
Worked example for Kentucky
Example: The rental is in a city or county that adopted Kentucky's URLTA, and you want to show the unit on June 12, 2026. At least 2 days' notice of your intent to enter is due by June 10, 2026. You may enter only at reasonable times. No such notice is required in an emergency or where it is impracticable. In a locality that has not adopted the URLTA, this statute does not apply.
Kentucky timelines and limits
| Where it applies | Cities and counties that adopted Kentucky's URLTA |
|---|---|
| Notice | At least 2 days' notice of intent to enter |
| Timing and purpose | Reasonable times only, to inspect, make repairs, supply services or show the unit |
| No notice needed | Emergency, or where it is impracticable |
Kentucky FAQ
How much notice does a Kentucky landlord have to give before entering?
In cities and counties that adopted the URLTA, at least 2 days' notice, under KRS 383.615, except in an emergency or where it is impracticable.
When may the landlord enter?
Only at reasonable times, to inspect, make repairs, supply services or show the unit.
Does this apply everywhere in Kentucky?
No. It applies only in cities and counties that adopted the URLTA.
Sources for this section: KRS 383.615(1), (3) (checked 2026-10-23)
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