Pennsylvania

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Tenants Right to Sublet

Tenants are not allowed to sublet their rental property without the Landlord’s written permission, unless the lease specifically permits it. If Landlord approval is needed, Tenants can use a Landlord Consent Form.

Short-Term Rental / Lodgings Tax

  • The 6% Pennsylvania Hotel Occupancy Tax applies to short-term rentals (less than 30 days) booked through online platforms or third-party brokers. Some counties may charge extra taxes. [1]

Sources

  1. pa.gov

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Required Disclosure Forms (1)

  • Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form and EPA Pamphlet – Landlords must disclose if the property was built before 1978. [1]

Security Deposit Laws

    • Maximum Amount – Landlords can charge Tenants up to two-months rent. [2]
    • Returning to the Tenant Rules – Must return within 30-days of the lease end date. [3]

Sources

  1. § 4852d
  2. § 250.511.1(a)
  3. § 250.512(a)

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Laws ⚖️

  • Application Fee – There are no maximum amounts for the application fee.
  • Security Deposit Amount – Two-months rent is the maximum amount Landlords can charge for security deposits. [1]

Sources

  1. § 511.1(a)

Sample Pennsylvania Rental Application Form

Pennsylvania Car Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale Form pdf Pennsylvania DMV Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale: Free Printable Template Downloads

This Pennsylvania DMV motor vehicle bill of sale form provides information about and records the state’s legal sale and purchase of a motor vehicle. It should include details about the buyer, the seller, the nature of the transaction, and the car itself. This document will need to be notarized and may be required for registration.

Odometer Disclosure Statement: Sellers must record the odometer reading in a dedicated space on the vehicle’s title, usually on the reverse side. Refer to the PA ODS Fact Sheet.

Type of Sale

Required Registration Documents

  1. Certificate of Title Application
  2. Proof of Ownership
  3. For new vehicles: Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO)
  4. For used vehicles: The vehicle’s current title properly assigned to the new owner
  5. Proof of Identification
  6. Proof of Insurance
  7. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Verification
  8. Sales Tax Proof
  9. Title Fees and Registration Fees
  10. Odometer Disclosure Statement
  11. Form MV-4ST (Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Return/Application for Registration)
  12. Form MV-3 (Certificate of Inspection)
  13. Power of Attorney (if applicable)

Contacting PennDOT for updates or additional requirements

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An Pennsyvania lease agreement is used in rental property and it is a contract between a landlord and a tenant in exchange for monthly rent payments. The agreement also includes the terms and conditions of the lease.

Rental Application – Tenant(s) should complete this form before signing lease agreement. This application will confirm the Tenants credit and employment.

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Most Recent US Home Facts

  • Population (2023): 334,914,895
  • Median Households (2022): 125,736,353
  • Median Household Income (2022): $75,149
  • Owner-occupied Households (2022): 64.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

What to Include in the Form?

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Required Disclosure (2)

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure

Security Deposit Receipt

Security Deposits

Maximum – Two months rent is the maximum rent Landlords can charge a Tenant.

Returns – all deposits must be returned to the Tenant within thirty (30) days.

Source: 68 P.S. § 250.512(a)

Landlord Access

General Access – It is not mandatory for a landlord to provide prior notice before entering the premises as per state law although Landlords should give at least 24 hours notice to the Tenants.

Paying Rent

Grace Period – Pennsylvania has no legal provision for rent grace period.

Late Fees – There is no specific law that limits the amount of late fees a landlord can charge.

NSF Fee – $50 per bounced check.

Source: 18 P.C.S. § 4105(e)(3)

 

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Residential-Lease-Agreement-Template

 Residential Lease Agreement – This rental contract lets a tenant lease a property for 12 months, with an option to renew.

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Commercial-Lease-Agreement-Template

 Commercial Lease Agreement – A business rental contract is used to lease space intended for commercial purposes.

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Month-to-Month

 Month-to-Month Lease Agreement – A rental contract without an end date that automatically renews with every monthly payment made by the tenant.

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Rent-to-Own

 Rent to Own Lease Agreement – A lease that gives tenants the opportunity to purchase the property under set terms.

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 Roommate Lease Agreement – A written agreement between roommates that outlines their duties as tenants in a shared living space.

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Sublease-Agreement

 Sublease Agreement – A sublease agreement allows individuals to rent out some or all of their leased property to others.

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What the Pennsylvania Residential Lease Agreement Form Covers?

This agreement includes the following information for landlords and tenants in Pennsylvania:

Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act of 1951

The Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 governs landlord and tenant responsibilities, rental agreements, security deposits, eviction procedures, tenant rights, and required disclosures.[1]

Security Deposit Laws

  • Two-Year Rule – Security deposits over $100 must accrue interest if the lease exceeds two years.
  • Maximum Amount – For the first year, landlords may require up to two months’ rent; thereafter, one month.
  • Return Timeline – Security deposits must be returned within 30 days after the lease ends, along with an itemized list of deductions (if any).[2]

Lease Termination Rules for Landlords and Tenants

Required notice for lease termination is as follows:
  • Yearly Lease: 30 days’ notice.
  • Month-to-Month: 15 days’ notice.
  • No Notice: If the rental unit poses immediate health or safety risks.[3]

Landlord’s Access to the Rental Property

Pennsylvania law does not mandate the required notice period for property access, but reasonable notice (24 hours) unless it’s an emergency.[4]

Rent Due Dates and Late Fees

  • Grace Period – Grace periods for late rent are not mandated by law; landlords must specify this in the lease.
  • Late Fees – Late fees are permitted but must be reasonable and outlined in the lease agreement.
  • NSF Fee – $50 per bounced rent check.[5]

Eviction Procedures and Notices

  • Notice to Quit – 10 days for nonpayment of rent; 15 or 30 days for lease violations or termination (depending on tenancy length).[6]
  • Grace Period – State law does not mandate a grace period for rent payments.
  • Illegal Drug Activity – Tenants must vacate within 10 days for drug-related violations.
  • Termination of Month-to-Month Lease – No specific legal requirement exists, but a 30-day notice is commonly practiced.
  • Eviction Lawsuit – Legal actions are classified under “Actions for the Recovery of Possession of Real Property.”

Property Maintenance Requirements and Utilities

Landlords must provide a habitable living environment in accordance with Pennsylvania’s warranty of habitability. Shared utility responsibilities should be disclosed in the lease.[7]

Required Disclosure Forms (1)

Landlords must disclose the following:

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure – Landlords must provide a lead-based paint disclosure form to tenants if the property was built before 1978.

Tenant’s Right to Withhold Rent

Tenants may withhold rent if the property is uninhabitable. The tenant must notify the landlord and allow a reasonable time for repairs. If not resolved, tenants can repair the issue and deduct costs from rent (repair and deduct).[8]

Sources

  1. legis.state.pa.us
  2. 68 P.S. § 250.512(a)
  3. attorneygeneral.gov
  4. nolo.com
  5. 18 P.C.S. § 4105(e)(3)
  6. § 501(b)
  7. landlords.equalhousing.org
  8. legis.state.pa.us

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Law Alert ⚖️

Under Pennsylvania law, the seller must provide the buyer with a Property Disclosure Statement before the contract is signed, listing any known issues that could influence the buyer’s decision.

The seller is also prohibited from providing false or misleading information or withholding details about any known defects.

Sources

  1. § 7304
  2. § 7308

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A Pennsylvania power of attorney form enables you to appoint someone to make medical and financial decisions on your behalf. The person granting the power, known as the “principal,” specifies the authority given to their representative, known as the “agent,” and whether it has a specific end date or lasts indefinitely.

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What is the Definition of “Power of Attorney”?

Definition by the Uniform Power of Attorney Act:

“A “Power of attorney” is a document that gives an agent the authority to act on behalf of the principal.”

Source: § 102(7)

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Pennsylvania Statutory POA Form

Form – § 5602

Law Alert ⚖️

Pennsylvania POA Laws – Title 20, Chapter 56 

 

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