An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, in creation of leases, statute of frauds and mortgaging of leaseholds, providing for rental applications.

Summary

The bill adds a new section to Pennsylvania’s Landlord‑Tenant Act that says landlords may charge no more than $20 for a rental application for a residential dwelling, and the fee can only cover the cost of a background and credit check. It does not set a fee limit for commercial or other non‑residential rentals. The measure takes effect 60 days after becoming law.

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