Landlord Entry Laws in Florida

How much notice does a landlord have to give in Florida?

Under Fla. Stat. § 83.53, landlords in Florida must give at least 24 hours' advance notice before entering your rental unit for non-emergency purposes. The statute does not require the notice to be in writing, though written notice is better practice.

Even with proper notice, entry is restricted to reasonable hours.

What is your landlord allowed to enter for in Florida?

Under Fla. Stat. § 83.53, permitted entry reasons in Florida include:

• Repairs and maintenance
• Inspections
• Showing to prospective tenants
• Showing to prospective buyers
• Agreed-upon services
• Emergencies

What counts as an emergency in Florida?

Under § 83.53(2), landlord may enter without notice: in an emergency (to protect or preserve the premises), with tenant consent, when the tenant unreasonably withholds consent, or when the tenant has been absent for a period equal to half the rental-payment term.

What are your remedies if your landlord enters without notice in Florida?

If your landlord violates entry rules in Florida, your remedies under Fla. Stat. § 83.53 may include:

• Court order stopping future violations (injunction)
• Right to terminate the lease
• Actual damages

In practice, start by documenting the unauthorized entry (photos, texts, a written log), then send a written objection citing the statute. If violations continue, consult a local tenant-rights attorney or your state's housing court.

Important Florida-specific notes

Florida requires at least 24 hours advance notice for repair entries under Fla. Stat. § 83.53 (amended by Miya's Law, effective Jan 1, 2023; prior rule was 12 hours). Reasonable hours for repair entries are 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Entry for other purposes (inspections, services, showings) must be at reasonable times.