Landlord Tenant Rights Pennsylvania

Summary

Landlords in Pennsylvania must provide essential services like heating. Tenants can withhold rent if repairs are not made. Sheriff sales may affect leases, but landlords must maintain properties until ownership changes. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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Landlord and tenant issues
Hello Britney, I'll do my best to help you. Can you please provide more details about the issues you are facing? Also, could you let me know your location as landlord-tenant laws can vary by location?
Dallas, PA
Hello Britney, here are some general rules for landlord-tenant issues in Pennsylvania:
- Landlord must provide a safe, habitable place to live
- Tenant must pay rent on time
- Either party can terminate a month-to-month lease with 30 days notice.
Please consult a local attorney for specific advice.
My apartment I am renting is in sheriff sale in pa and my landlord has been refusing to repair my heating for 3 months now
Hello Britney, based on your situation:
- In PA, landlords are legally required to provide heat.
- You can withhold rent until the issue is fixed.
- The sheriff's sale might affect your lease.
Please contact a local attorney for further advice.
Do I need to be worried about sheriff sale
Hello Britney, in PA, if the property you're renting is sold at a sheriff's sale:
- The new owner could potentially end your lease.
- But, you should receive notice before any eviction.
- It's advisable to consult a local attorney for specific advice.
What if they demand rent even if heating is not repaired. They are threatening me with eviction even if they did not fix anything
Hello Britney, based on your situation in PA:
- Landlords cannot legally evict you for withholding rent due to unfulfilled repair obligations.
- If they try, you may have defenses available.
- Consult a local attorney for advice on your specific situation.
Under the sheriff sale do they still have to fix my heating
Hello Britney, under PA law:
- Despite a sheriff's sale, your landlord is still obligated to maintain the property until ownership changes.
- You have the right to withhold rent if essential services like heating are not provided.
- Consult a local attorney for more specific advice.
Thank you
You're welcome, Britney! If you need any more help or have other questions, feel free to ask. Remember, consulting with a local attorney can provide specific advice tailored to your situation. Stay strong!