What disclosures are required in a Pennsylvania lease?

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Security-deposit escrow disclosure — deposits over $100 are held in escrow, and from the third year on in a separate interest-bearing account, with the bank disclosed (68 P.S. §250.511b). Confirm current requirements with Pennsylvania's landlord-tenant law.

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Pennsylvania?

2 months' rent in the first year; 1 month's rent from the second year on (68 P.S. §250.511a). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days of the end of the lease, with an itemized list of deductions; if the tenant gave a written forwarding address, a landlord who wrongfully withholds may owe double the amount withheld (68 P.S. §250.512).

How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Pennsylvania?

By statute, 15 days (tenant under 1 year) or 30 days (1 year or more) — but Pennsylvania lets the lease change or waive this, and most leases set 30 or 60 days (Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951).

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Pennsylvania Residential Lease Agreement

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Pennsylvania lease rules at a glance

Security deposit limit: 2 months' rent in the first year; 1 month's rent from the second year on (68 P.S. §250.511a).
Deposit return window: Within 30 days of the end of the lease, with an itemized list of deductions; if the tenant gave a written forwarding address, a landlord who wrongfully withholds may owe double the amount withheld (68 P.S. §250.512).
Notice (month-to-month): By statute, 15 days (tenant under 1 year) or 30 days (1 year or more) — but Pennsylvania lets the lease change or waive this, and most leases set 30 or 60 days (Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951).
Rent control: No statewide rent control, and no significant local rent control.

Required disclosures in Pennsylvania

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Security-deposit escrow disclosure — deposits over $100 are held in escrow, and from the third year on in a separate interest-bearing account, with the bank disclosed (68 P.S. §250.511b).

State

Lease type

Landlord name

Landlord address (optional)

Tenant name(s)

Property address

Start date

End date

Monthly rent

Rent due day

Security deposit

Late fee (optional)

Utilities (who pays)

Pets allowed

Pennsylvania required disclosures

Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978).
Security-deposit escrow disclosure — deposits over $100 are held in escrow, and from the third year on in a separate interest-bearing account, with the bank disclosed (68 P.S. §250.511b).

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Starting template, not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — have an attorney review before you sign.

Frequently Asked Questions

What disclosures are required in a Pennsylvania lease?: Lead-based paint disclosure (federal law — required for any housing built before 1978). Security-deposit escrow disclosure — deposits over $100 are held in escrow, and from the third year on in a separate interest-bearing account, with the bank disclosed (68 P.S. §250.511b). Confirm current requirements with Pennsylvania's landlord-tenant law.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Pennsylvania?: 2 months' rent in the first year; 1 month's rent from the second year on (68 P.S. §250.511a). The deposit must be returned within: Within 30 days of the end of the lease, with an itemized list of deductions; if the tenant gave a written forwarding address, a landlord who wrongfully withholds may owe double the amount withheld (68 P.S. §250.512).
How much notice to end a month-to-month lease in Pennsylvania?: By statute, 15 days (tenant under 1 year) or 30 days (1 year or more) — but Pennsylvania lets the lease change or waive this, and most leases set 30 or 60 days (Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951).

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This template is a starting point for residential leases in Pennsylvania, USA. It is not legal advice. Lease law varies by state and changes — confirm requirements with Pennsylvania and have an attorney review it before signing.