OnePA Renters United

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Philadelphia's expanded renter protections take effect after judge tosses landlord suit

Rule Changes

Partnered with Council on the legislation

Philadelphia's Safe Healthy Homes Act has been in effect for a week. Landlords now need a written, legally defined reason before ending or not renewing any residential lease, a rule that previously reached only month-to-month and sub-year tenancies.

Updated Oct 31