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Pennsylvania Commercial Lease Agreement

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Pennsylvania at a glance: Eviction Notice: 15 days' notice to pay (68 P.S. § 250.501) · Self-Help Eviction: Allowed if explicitly written in the lease · Governing Law: Pennsylvania Statutes Title 68

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania commercial leases are governed by the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951. Landlords must issue a 15-day notice to pay before filing an eviction (68 P.S. § 250.501).
Key Facts

Pennsylvania Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementPennsylvania Rule
Eviction Notice15 days' notice to pay (68 P.S. § 250.501)
Self-Help EvictionAllowed if explicitly written in the lease
Governing LawPennsylvania Statutes Title 68
Legal Requirements

Pennsylvania Legal Requirements

  • Notice to pay must comply with Pennsylvania's 15-day timeline.
Governing Laws

Pennsylvania Governing Laws

68 P.S. § 250.501
Notice to Quit
Defines notice requirements for commercial lease defaults.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Pennsylvania legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Pennsylvania Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are self-help lockouts legal in Pennsylvania commercial leases?

Yes, if the lease agreement explicitly grants the landlord the right to re-enter and lock out the tenant upon default.