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Online Applications, Benefit Screening, Resources and Forms
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
Evictions in Southeastern Pennsylvania
(Separate Website)
Information on the eviction process for residents of southeastern Pennsylvania.
By: Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania
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.
Magisterial District Courts Information about the procedures in Magisterial District Justice Court
By: Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc.
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
Defending an Action at the District Justice Office
Informational brochure which outlines the procedure in defending an action at district justice court in central Pennsylvania.
By: MidPenn Legal Services
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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How to Sue At the Office of the Magisterial District Judge
How to file suit on small claims in your local Office of the Magisterial District Judge.
By: MidPenn Legal Services
Magisterial District Judge Court - Filing Suit
This informational packet provides information on how to file a lawsuit in Magiserial District Judge Court.
By: Northwestern Legal Services
Other Formats:
PDF File
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.
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
Information from Bar Associations and Other Legal Organizations
Renting a Home
(Separate Website)
Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
By: Pennsylvania Bar Association
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Tenant Rights
(Separate Website)
Information on rights of tenants from the Erie County Bar Association.
By: Erie County Bar Association
Landlord Rights
(Separate Website)
Information on security deposits and eviction notices from the Erie County Bar Association.
By: Erie County Bar Association
Frequently Asked Questions - Landlord Tenant Relations
(Separate Website)
Answers to common questions about landlord tenant relations.
By: Allegheny County Bar Association
Bringing Suit Before a Magisterial District Judge
(Separate Website)
Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
By: Pennsylvania Bar Association
Small Claims Court
(Separate Website)
Information on filing a small claim in Magisterial District Court.
By: Erie County Bar Association
Defending a Lawsuit
(Separate Website)
Information on how to defend a lawsuit.
By: Erie County Bar Association
Starting a Lawsuit
(Separate Website)
Information about filing a lawsuit.
By: Erie County Bar Association
Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951
(Separate Website)
Text of the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 from the Attorney General of Pennsylvania.
By: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
Renting a Home or Apartment: Leases and Security Deposits
(Separate Website)
Information on leases and security deposits from the Office of the Attorney General
By: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
Homeless Assistance Program
(Separate Website)
Information on DPW's Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) and services available to homeless and near homeless individuals and families.
By: Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
Online Applications, Benefit Screening, Resources and Forms
HEMAP Help Center
(Separate Website)
The HEMAP Help Center is a website designed to help you complete your application to the Homeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program (HEMAP), a program that provides financial assistance to qualified Pennsylvania homeowners who are in danger of losing their houses through foreclosure. It offers free step-by-step guidance through the entire HEMAP application, including expert feedback on your Circumstances Description - the most important part of your HEMAP application.
By: Regional Housing Legal Services
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