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Pennsylvania Affordable Apartment Locator
(Separate Website)
The Apartment Locator was developed by Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency as a tool to link consumers to affordable housing options throughout the Commonwealth. It is intended to be an aid for consumers who are searching for affordable apartments and for property managers and developers who wish to market their affordable vacant units.
By: Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency
Information from the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network
Tenants! Being Evicted?
Information on tenants' rights upon eviction.
By: Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.
Private Housing Evictions
(Separate Website)
Information on your rights when you are evicted from private housing.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
Landlord Tenant Overview and Notice Requirements
Informational brochure providing an overview of landlord tenant law and notice requirements.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
Landlord Tenant Handbook
(Separate Website)
Detailed information about renting a residence from a landlord from North Penn Legal Services.
By: North Penn Legal Services
Tenant and Landlord Relationships (Audio-MP3)
(Separate Website)
Episode of Northwestern Legal Services' "Access to Justice" Radio show broadcast on JET 1400 AM in Erie, PA. 7/12/07 - Consumer Protection Law in Pennsylvania and Landlord/Tenant Relationships. (28:15)
Host: Vince Brocki, NWLS Resource Developer Guests: John Gandrud, NWLS Attorney & David Hull, NWLS Attorney.
Click on the title above to listen to the program.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
What Kind of Notice to Vacate Is Required for Residential Leases under Pennsylvania Law?
(Separate Website)
Information on notice requirements in eviction.
By: Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Eviction Process
(Separate Website)
Information regarding tenants' rights and the eviction process. Section of Landlord Tenant Handbook from north Penn Legal Services.
By: North Penn Legal Services
Landlord Self-Help Evictions
(Separate Website)
Informaaiton on your rights when your landlord tries to evict you without going to court.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
The Eviction Process in Philadelphia County
(Separate Website)
Information on the eviction process. (specific to Philadelphia area)
By: Community Legal Services
Unlawful Lockouts in Philadelphia County, PA
(Separate Website)
Informaiton on how to deal with a lockout by your landlord in Philadelphia County.
By: Community Legal Services
Emergency Shelter Allowance
(Separate Website)
Information on the Emergency Shelter Allowance available from the Department of Public Welfare.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
Evictions and Wage Attachments
(Separate Website)
Information on when your wages can be attached by a former landlord.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
District Justice Courts
Information about the procedures in District Justice Court
By: Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.
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Tips for Representing Yourself at the District Justice Hearing
(Separate Website)
Information on representing yourself at a District Justice hearing
By: Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Magisterial District Judge Court - Defense
This informational packet provides information when defending an action filed with the Magisterial District Judge Court.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
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Defending an Action at the District Justice Office (Central PA)
Informational brochure which outlines the procedure in defending an action at district justice court in central Pennsylvania.
By: MidPenn Legal Services
Tenants' Rights - Going to Court
This brochure provides general information for tenants regarding district justice court hearings.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
Appealing the District Justice Judgment
(Separate Website)
Information on appealing a District Justice judgment
By: Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Ejectment
(Separate Website)
Information on what ejectment is and when it may be used.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
Implied Warranty of Habitability
(Separate Website)
Information on your right to a residence fit for human habitation.
By: Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc.
Tips for Moving out and for Getting the Security Deposit Back
(Separate Website)
Information on recovering your security deposit
By: Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Security Deposits
Information on tenants' rights relating to security deposits.
By: Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.
Other Formats:
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Security Deposits
Information for tenants on the amount of security deposits, how to obtain the return of your deposit, the landlord's obligations, and what to do if the landlord refuses to return the deposit.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
Landlord Tenant Packet [PDF] This is a comprehensive (31 pages) self-help packet designed to assist Central Pennsylvania tenants deal with various landlord/tenant problems. PDF Format
By: MidPenn Legal Services
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