Tenant Rights Guide
Security deposit laws, repair deadlines, and your legal rights as a Pennsylvania tenant — with a free demand letter generator.
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Security Deposit Deadline
30 days
Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.512
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Penalty for Late Return
2x the deposit amount
If landlord misses deadline
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Repair Deadline
Reasonable time — typically 14 days after written notice
Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.202
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Notice Required
Written notice — certified mail recommended
To trigger legal deadlines
| Issue | Deadline | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Security Deposit Return | 30 days | Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.512 |
| General Repairs | Reasonable time — typically 14 days after written notice | Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.202 |
| Heat & Hot Water | Emergency — 24–72 hours | Pennsylvania Housing Code |
| Written Notice Required | Written notice — certified mail recommended | Required to trigger deadlines |
With Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.512 and Pennsylvania Landlord-Tenant Act § 250.202 automatically included. Free to start.