Philly Tenants

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Is Your Landlord LEGALLY Allowed to Collect Rent in Philadelphia?

In Philadelphia, thousands of tenants are paying rent to landlords who aren’t even legally allowed to collect it.

That’s right — under Philadelphia law, landlords must have specific licenses and certifications before they can collect rent or file for eviction in court. If they don’t?

You may not owe rent — and they may not be able to legally evict you.

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I created this blog to help renters like you protect your rights, research your landlord, and hold them accountable — using simple, free tools and public records.

Many tenants don’t realize:

• Your landlord must have a Rental License from the City of Philadelphia
• If your building was built before 1978, it must also be Lead Safe Certified
• You’re entitled to receive a Certificate of Rental Suitability each year

If your landlord is missing any of these, they’re not in legal compliance — and the rent they collect might not be enforceable in court.