Philadelphia, PA local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Pennsylvania landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rent control / stabilization | Not yet verified |
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
| Just-cause eviction | Not yet verified |
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Rent control / stabilization
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Back to quick facts ↑Rental licensing / registration
Yes. An L&I Rental License (renewed annually) is required to rent dwelling, rooming or sleeping units. Properties built before March 1978 must be certified lead-safe or lead-free, and there can be no outstanding L&I violations.
Verified Source: Philadelphia L&I Rental License · last checked 2026-10-15
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