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    Alabama Notice of Entry

    Alabama landlords need to give at least two days' notice, which may be a note posted on the tenant's main door, and come only at reasonable times unless there is an emergency or the tenant asked for the repair (Ala. Code § 35-9A-303(c)-(e)). The notice of entry below is preset for Alabama: fill in your details, then print it or save it as a PDF.

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    Alabama rules for a notice of entry

    Minimum notice before entry
    48 hours Ala. Code § 35-9A-303
    When and how the landlord may enter
    At least two days' notice of intent to enter (a note posted on the main entry door counts), entry only at reasonable times; no notice in an emergency, by court order, on reasonable belief of abandonment, for repairs the tenant requested, or under a separate advance schedule of more than two days Ala. Code § 35-9A-303

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    State

    Alabama landlords need to give at least two days' notice, which may be a note posted on the tenant's main door, and come only at reasonable times unless there is an emergency or the tenant asked for the repair (Ala. Code § 35-9A-303(c)-(e)). Summary of the cited official source, last checked October 27, 2026; city or county rules can be stricter.

    Parties

    Everyone named on the lease. Separate names with commas.

    Notice

    Used only to check the notice period. Leave empty and the check assumes the end of that day.

    Some states set a longer period for mailed notice. Read your state's summary above and your lease's notice clause.

    Entry

    Give a window that is realistic for the work, during normal daytime hours.

    Say what will be done, specifically. Required if you chose Other.

    The landlord, manager, contractor or agent, by name or company.

    Contact

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    Notice of Entry

    Landlord's notice of intent to enter the rental unit

    Date of notice:November 2, 2026
    Rental property:123 Maple Street, Unit 4, Springfield
    To (tenants):Alex Morgan, Sam Rivera
    From (landlord or agent):Jordan Ellis

    To Alex Morgan, Sam Rivera and all other occupants:

    This is notice that the landlord or the landlord's agent intends to enter the rental unit at 123 Maple Street, Unit 4, Springfield on November 5, 2026 between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM.

    Purpose of entry

    Repairs or maintenance: Replace the leaking supply line under the kitchen sink and check the cabinet floor for water damage.

    Who will enter

    Jordan Ellis and a plumber from Northside Plumbing

    If the date or time does not work for you, or you have questions, please contact Jordan Ellis at (555) 010-2030 as soon as possible so the entry can be rescheduled.

    This notice is given under Alabama law on landlord entry (Ala. Code § 35-9A-303) and the terms of your lease.
    Landlord or agent signature (Jordan Ellis)
    Date

    Delivery record

    This notice was delivered on November 2, 2026 at 10:00 AM by (check one):

    • [checked] Handed to the tenant in person
    • [ ] Left at or posted on the unit's door
    • [ ] Mailed
    • [ ] Email or text message
    • [ ] Other method allowed by the lease: ____________________
    Person delivering signature
    Date

    Made free at make.lease/forms/notice-of-entry

    What Alabama requires

    Minimum notice before entry

    Alabama landlords need to give at least two days' notice, which may be a note posted on the tenant's main door, and come only at reasonable times unless there is an emergency or the tenant asked for the repair (Ala. Code § 35-9A-303(c)-(e)).

    Ala. Code § 35-9A-303 · checked October 27, 2026

    When and how the landlord may enter

    At least two days' notice of intent to enter (a note posted on the main entry door counts), entry only at reasonable times; no notice in an emergency, by court order, on reasonable belief of abandonment, for repairs the tenant requested, or under a separate advance schedule of more than two days.

    Ala. Code § 35-9A-303 · checked October 27, 2026

    A notice handed over at 10:00 AM on November 2, 2026 gives 48 hours' notice at 10:00 AM on November 4, 2026. Pick an entry window that starts no earlier than that, during the hours the rule above allows. The form warns you if the window starts too soon.

    City and county rules can be stricter than state law, and your lease can require more than the statute does. Use whichever rule gives the tenant more time or protection.

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