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Pennsylvania renter guide

Pennsylvania Forwarding Address Rule for Security Deposits

Pennsylvania makes the tenant’s written new address unusually important. Section 512(e) says failure to provide the landlord with the new address in writing upon termination or surrender and acceptance relieves the landlord from liability under that section.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Best practiceWritten notice

Keep a copy and delivery proof.

What to keep

  • Email or letter containing the full forwarding address.
  • Delivery confirmation or landlord acknowledgement.
  • Date sent relative to move-out/termination.
Statewide baseline only. Local rules and the exact tenancy facts can change the analysis. This page is educational information, not legal advice.

Official sources

Pennsylvania General AssemblySection 512 — recovery of improperly held escrow funds ↗

Primary law for the 30-day damage list/refund framework, written new-address rule and statutory remedies.

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Security Deposit →Deposit Limits →30-Day Rule →Deposit Interest →