In New Mexico, a landlord’s right to enter is governed by the Uniform Owner-Resident Relations Act (§ 47-8-24 NMSA 1978). Generally, a landlord cannot enter without permission unless specific legal conditions are met.
Notice Requirements
For non-emergencies, the landlord must provide:
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24-hour written notice before entering.
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The notice must state the purpose, the date, and a reasonable time frame for the entry.
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Entry must be for legitimate reasons, such as inspections, agreed-upon repairs, or showing the property to prospective buyers or tenants.
When Permission is NOT Required
A landlord may enter without the tenant’s immediate consent only in these specific scenarios:
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Emergencies: To prevent or mitigate immediate damage to life or property (e.g., a burst pipe or fire).
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Requested Repairs: Within seven days of a tenant’s request for services or repairs.
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Accompanied Entry: When the landlord is with a public official (inspector) or a utility company representative.
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Extended Absence/Abandonment: If the tenant has been absent for more than seven days without notice, or if the property has been legally abandoned or surrendered.
The information for this answer was found on our New Mexico Landlord Tenant Rights answers.