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Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Pennsylvania rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limit2 months first year; 1 month after first year; deposit reductions/interest after 2 years
Interest on deposit requiredYes after 2 years, less permitted admin fee
Deposit return deadline30 Days days
Entry notice requiredNo statewide statute
Late fee limitNo statewide fixed cap; should be reasonable and stated in lease
Late fee grace periodNone statewide
Rent increase noticeNo statewide rent-increase notice statute; lease/notice-to-quit/local rules govern
Eviction notice period10

Required disclosures in Pennsylvania

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • plain-language consumer notices
  • • local rental registration/lead where applicable

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