Landlord Entering Without Notice in North Dakota: What Are My Rights?

1. North Dakota law lets a landlord enter your home at any time in an emergency. A landlord can also enter at any time if the landlord reasonably believes you have abandoned the home. A landlord can also enter if the landlord reasonably believes you are in substantial violation of the lease.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3(1)

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2. A North Dakota landlord may enter only during reasonable hours, and in a reasonable manner. For example, a landlord may enter to inspect the home. A landlord may also enter to make necessary or agreed repairs.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3(2)

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3. A North Dakota landlord may enter during reasonable hours to show the home. For example, the visitors can be people who may buy it, insurers, real estate agents, or workers.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3(2)

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4. A North Dakota landlord may enter only during reasonable hours to inspect, make repairs, provide services, or show the home. The landlord must first tell you and get your consent, unless that is not practical. Your consent must name a time certain (a set time).

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3(2)

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5. Under North Dakota law, a landlord must not abuse the right of access to your home. A landlord must not use it to harass (bother) or intimidate (scare) you.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3(2)

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6. In North Dakota, a landlord's notice of intent to enter can be given in three ways. The landlord can serve it on you in person. The landlord can post it in a conspicuous (easy to see) place in or about the home for a reasonable time. The landlord can use any other method that results in actual notice to you.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3

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7. In North Dakota, the law presumes you consent if you do not object. This applies after your landlord gives notice of intent to enter at a time certain (a set time). Presume means the law treats it as true. Tell your landlord if you object to a planned entry.

   RenterLaw editorial North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.3

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8. A North Dakota lease of real property binds the landlord to secure the renter's quiet possession (the right to use the home in peace). This lasts during the lease term. The duty runs against all persons lawfully claiming the same property.

   North Dakota Century Code N.D.C.C. § 47-16-08

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9. If your landlord enters your home, write down the date, the time and the reason. Keep any notice the landlord gave you. Photos and messages can help show what happened.

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