Pennsylvania HB558 limits rental application fees to $20 and restricts their use to background checks.
HB558 amends the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 to cap rental application fees at $20 for residential units. It mandates that these fees can only be used for background checks, including criminal history and credit score checks. This law aims to protect tenants from excessive fees and ensure transparency in the rental application process.
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