How much notice does a landlord have to give before entering in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, a landlord must give 48 hours notice before entering an occupied rental, other than in an emergency. This is R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 34-18-16.1, 34-18-37(b), 34-18-26(c), 34-18-35.
| What | Rhode Island |
|---|---|
| Notice before entry | 48 hours |
| Emergencies | No notice required |
Notes
Written notice of a rent increase must be given at least 60 days before it takes effect, and at least 120 days for a month-to-month tenant over 62 (since June 2024). Either party may end a month-to-month tenancy with written notice, in substantially the statutory form, at least 30 days before the date named in it. Entry: at least two days' notice, at reasonable times, except in an emergency or where impracticable.
Source
R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 34-18-16.1, 34-18-37(b), 34-18-26(c), 34-18-35 — last checked 2026-09-16.
This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.
How Seayora uses this rule
Seayora computes the notice this rule requires from the tenancy’s own dates — for a renewal offer, a rent increase or a served notice — and will not serve one that is short unless the owner records a reason. The answer above is the rule the product enforces.
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