no statewide rule entry notice.
New York has no single statewide entry-notice statute; 'reasonable' notice is generally expected and many leases (and NYC rules) require advance notice for non-emergency entry.
What this means for you: Your lease and local rules govern. In practice, courts expect reasonable advance notice; emergencies allow immediate entry.
Your next step: Check your lease's access terms and any local rules. Object in writing to repeated no-notice entries.
Source: No single statewide statute; see lease and local law. Reviewed 2026-06-16.
Note: NYC housing maintenance rules require notice for many entries; check local administrative code.
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Entry notice in nearby states: New Jersey (no statewide rule entry notice) · Pennsylvania (no statewide rule entry notice) · Connecticut (no statewide rule entry notice) · Massachusetts (no statewide rule 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