Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Laws

Key legal requirements for residential landlords and property managers operating in Pennsylvania.

Governing statute: Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act (68 Pa.C.S. § 250.101 et seq.)

Security Deposit

Maximum Limit

Two months' rent (first year); one month (after first year)

Return Deadline

30 days

Itemized Statement

Required

Maintenance & Repairs

Landlord Obligations

Maintain premises in habitable condition (implied warranty), comply with building codes, maintain structural components, provide adequate weatherproofing

Tenant Remedies

Report to code enforcement, rent withholding (per local ordinance), repair and deduct in some circumstances, or terminate

Emergency Repair Timeline

No specific statewide statutory timeline; local codes may apply (Philadelphia: 24 hours for emergencies)

Notice Requirements

Entry Notice

Reasonable notice (no statutory minimum statewide)

Rent Increase

30 days for month-to-month

Lease Termination

15 days for leases of one year or less; 30 days for longer

Eviction Notice Periods

Non-Payment of Rent

10 days

Lease Violation

15 days

Unconditional Quit

Not applicable

Rent Control Note

Philadelphia has the Good Cause Eviction ordinance and the LOOP program for low-income protections.

Disclaimer: This is a general summary of Pennsylvania landlord-tenant law and does not constitute legal advice. Local ordinances may impose additional requirements. Consult a qualified Pennsylvania attorney for specific situations. Last reviewed: 2026-05.

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