24 hours entry notice.
The landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice for routine maintenance and 72 hours for certain non-emergency entries, and enter at reasonable times.
What this means for you: Virginia requires at least a day's notice; some entries require 72 hours.
Your next step: Object in writing to no-notice entries citing the VRLTA.
Source: Va. Code § 55.1-1229. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Entry notice in nearby states: Maryland (no statewide rule entry notice) · North Carolina (no statewide rule entry notice) · Tennessee (24 hours entry notice) · Kentucky (48 hours entry notice) · West Virginia (no statewide rule entry notice) · District of Columbia (48 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