Virginia Notice of Entry

Except in emergencies or where impractical, landlords must give notice of intent to enter and enter only at reasonable times, with at least 72 hours' notice for routine maintenance the tenant did not request (Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4)). The notice of entry below is preset for Virginia: fill in your details, then print it or save it as a PDF.

State rules last verified: 2026-10-27 · Researched and cited by MakeLease · not yet attorney-reviewed

Virginia rules for a notice of entry

Minimum notice before entry: 72 hours Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4)
When and how the landlord may enter: 72 hours' notice for routine maintenance not requested by the tenant (work done within 14 days); otherwise notice of intent to enter and entry only at reasonable times; no notice in emergencies or for tenant-requested maintenance Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4)

State

State where the rental is

Except in emergencies or where impractical, landlords must give notice of intent to enter and enter only at reasonable times, with at least 72 hours' notice for routine maintenance the tenant did not request (Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4)). Summary of the cited official source, last checked October 26, 2026; city or county rules can be stricter.

Parties

Landlord or property manager name (required)

Tenant name(s) (required)

Everyone named on the lease. Separate names with commas.

Rental property address and unit (required)

Notice

Date the notice is given (required)

Time the notice is given (optional)

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

How the notice is delivered

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

Entry

Entry date (required)

Earliest time of entry

Latest time of entry

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

Purpose of entry

Details

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

Who will enter

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

Contact

Phone or email for questions or to reschedule

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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 Virginia law on landlord entry (Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4)) 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

What Virginia requires

Minimum notice before entry

Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4) · checked October 26, 2026

When and how the landlord may enter

72 hours' notice for routine maintenance not requested by the tenant (work done within 14 days); otherwise notice of intent to enter and entry only at reasonable times; no notice in emergencies or for tenant-requested maintenance.

Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4) · checked October 26, 2026

A notice handed over at 10:00 AM on November 2, 2026 gives 72 hours' notice at 10:00 AM on November 5, 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.