diff --git a/doc/development/code_review.md b/doc/development/code_review.md
index 25ea2211b64..f45de25aee5 100644
--- a/doc/development/code_review.md
+++ b/doc/development/code_review.md
@@ -132,6 +132,13 @@ If a developer who happens to also be a maintainer was involved in a merge reque
 as a domain expert and/or reviewer, it is recommended that they are not also picked
 as the maintainer to ultimately approve and merge it.
 
+Try to review in a timely manner; doing so allows everyone involved in the merge
+request to iterate faster as the context is fresh in memory. Further, this 
+improves contributors' experiences significantly. Provided full availability;
+reviewing within two work days should be the aim. If you don't think you'll be
+able to review a merge request within that time, let the author know as soon as
+possible.
+
 Maintainers should check before merging if the merge request is approved by the
 required approvers.