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Pennsylvania Sublease Agreement

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Pennsylvania at a glance: Landlord Consent: Required if specified in lease · Deposit Limit: 2 months' rent (1st year); 1 month (afterwards) · Deposit Return: 30 days after subtenant vacates

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Overview

Sublease Agreements in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania law allows subleasing unless prohibited by the lease. Landlord consent is standard.
Key Facts

Pennsylvania Sublease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementPennsylvania Rule
Landlord ConsentRequired if specified in lease
Deposit Limit2 months' rent (1st year); 1 month (afterwards)
Deposit Return30 days after subtenant vacates
Legal Requirements

Pennsylvania Legal Requirements

  • Security deposit cannot exceed 2 months' rent for the first year (68 Pa. Stat. § 250.511a).
Governing Laws

Pennsylvania Governing Laws

68 Pa. Stat. § 250.511a
Escrow Funds
Caps deposits and mandates 30-day refund.

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 Sublease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deposit limit in Pennsylvania?

Two months' rent for the first year, and one month thereafter.