Pennsylvania Late Fee Laws
no statutory percentage capPennsylvania has no statutory percentage cap on late fees (16 of 51 US jurisdictions cap them), but fees must still be reasonable — courts can strike down excessive charges. The FAQ below covers any other statutory limits that apply.
Educational information: generated from our Pennsylvania law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Pennsylvania compares
16 of 51 US jurisdictions cap late fees by statute (as a percentage, dollar amount, or formula); the rest rely on reasonableness standards or set no limit. Here is how Pennsylvania compares with other states in our database.
| State | Late Fee Laws |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | no statutory percentage cap |
| Rhode Island | no statutory percentage cap |
| South Carolina | no statutory percentage cap |
| South Dakota | no statutory percentage cap |
| Tennessee | 10% of the past-due rent |
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a limit on late fees in Pennsylvania?
- Pennsylvania sets no fixed percentage cap, but late fees must be reasonable and can be challenged if punitive. No statutory limit but must be reasonable. No mandatory grace period. Should be specified in lease.
- Is there a grace period before late fees in Pennsylvania?
- Pennsylvania has no statutory grace period; any grace period comes from your lease.
- Can I dispute an excessive late fee in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. Fees that are disproportionate to the landlord's actual costs can be challenged as unreasonable penalties.
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