Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam Practice

When is a landlord required to provide a tenant with a notice of entry?

1. At Least 24 Hours Before Entry

2. Immediately After Entry

3. One Week Before Entry

4. Only During Business Hours Before Entry

5. At the Time of Entry

6. When the Lease Is Signed

The correct answer is: At Least 24 Hours Before Entry

A landlord is required to provide a tenant with a notice of entry at least 24 hours before they plan to enter the rental unit. This requirement is in place to ensure that tenants have reasonable notice and can prepare for the visit, maintaining their right to privacy in their own home. The notice must specify the intended time and purpose of the entry, allowing tenants to accommodate the visit in their schedules. This practice promotes transparency and respect between landlords and tenants, fostering a more positive rental relationship. Additionally, it safeguards tenants against unexpected intrusions. The other options do not align with the established regulations governing landlords' access to rental properties. For example, immediate entry without prior notice does not honor tenants' rights. Similarly, a one-week notice is excessively long and not typically required. Furthermore, limiting entry notifications to business hours alone is not a specified requirement. Lastly, providing notice at the time of entry or upon lease signing does not meet the rules regarding tenant notification for entry purposes.