Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Law
The rules Pennsylvania landlords ask about most — deposits, late fees, and required notices — in plain English.
Security deposit limit
2 months' rent
Deposit return deadline
30 days
Reduced to 1 month after the first year
Late fee rules
No statutory cap
Pay-or-quit notice (nonpayment)
10 days
Rent increase notice (month-to-month)
30 days
No statute; lease-based (30-day custom)
Not legal advice. This is general information for landlords and laws change — local ordinances (rent control, fee caps) may add rules. Confirm the current Pennsylvania statute or consult an attorney before acting.
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