What does 68 P.S. § 250.512 address?
The landlord bears the burden of proving actual tenant-caused damage. Open the current official text to check coverage, definitions, and exceptions for your situation.
68 P.S. § 250.512: The landlord bears the burden of proving actual tenant-caused damage
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Reviewed: 2026-08-11
How sources are checked →Deadline context
30 days
Possible remedy
2x deposit balance due after actual damages
What the cited source addresses
The landlord bears the burden of proving actual tenant-caused damage.
Read the current official sectionHow to review this source with your facts
- Document ordinary aging versus true damage with photos.
- Challenge deductions for paint, carpet wear, and routine turnover items.
- Review age, prior condition, repairability, actual cost, and betterment when relevant under the controlling rule.
Frequently asked questions
Questions to compare with the current source before using the citation in a letter or filing.
How long does a Pennsylvania landlord have to return the deposit?
30 days after lease termination or surrender and acceptance of the premises, whichever occurs first (30 days).
Could a penalty or other remedy apply?
Double the amount by which the deposit, including unpaid interest, exceeds court-determined actual damages. Check the source's required facts, conditions, notices, defenses, and remedy language before relying on it.
Next steps
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