Alaska Statewide Rule
Alaska Landlord Entry Notice (AS 34.03.140)
Key Facts
- Notice required
- 24 hours
- Statute
- AS 34.03.140
- Emergency entry
- Allowed, no notice
- Timing
- Reasonable times only
Summary
Under Alaska Stat. § 34.03.140, a landlord must give the tenant at least 24 hours' notice before entering and may enter only at reasonable times. Permitted reasons include inspections, repairs, and showings. Emergencies and abandonment allow entry without notice.
(a) The tenant may not unreasonably withhold consent to the landlord to enter into the dwelling unit in order to inspect the premises, make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations, or improvements, supply necessary or agreed services, remove personal property belonging to the landlord that is not covered by a written rental agreement, or exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, tenants, workers, or contractors. (b) The landlord may enter the dwelling unit without the consent of the tenant in the case of emergency. (c) A landlord may not abuse the right of access or use it to harass the tenant. Except in case of emergency or if it is impracticable to do so, the landlord shall give the tenant at least 24 hours notice of intention to enter and may enter only at reasonable times and with the tenant's consent.
Full Breakdown
AS 34.03.140 provides that "the landlord shall give the tenant at least 24 hours notice of intention to enter and may enter only at reasonable times," except in an emergency or when it is impracticable to give notice. Lawful purposes include inspecting, making repairs, alterations or improvements, supplying services, and showing the unit to prospective tenants, buyers, or workers. The tenant may not unreasonably withhold consent to such entry. A landlord who abuses the right of access or uses it to harass the tenant violates the statute. If the tenant is absent for an extended period, the landlord may enter as reasonably necessary to protect the premises.
Violations & Penalties
A tenant subjected to unlawful entry or harassment may obtain injunctive relief and recover actual damages, plus prepaid rent in some cases; abuse of access can bar the landlord's remedy and support the tenant terminating the agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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