48 hours entry notice.
DC regulations require at least 48 hours' notice before non-emergency entry, at reasonable times.
What this means for you: DC's 48-hour rule gives tenants more warning than the common 24-hour standard.
Your next step: Object in writing to entries without 48 hours' notice.
Source: D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 14, § 306. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
More District of Columbia rights: District of Columbia security deposit · District of Columbia eviction · District of Columbia repairs · District of Columbia rent increase.
Entry notice in nearby states: Maryland (no statewide rule entry notice) · Virginia (24 hours entry notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026