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2 New Laws Give Philadelphia Renters Help With Security Deposits, Application Fees
One bill caps application fees at the cost a property owner incurs for a background check or credit check, or $50, whichever is less.
December 5, 2025
Two new bills aimed at making renting more affordable in Philadelphia became law this week.
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One bill caps apartment application fees at the cost a property owner incurs for a background check or credit check, or $50, whichever is less. It also forbids landlords from charging the same prospective tenant more than one background check fee in a 12-month period.
The other bill allows prospective tenants to pay a portion of their security deposits in installments, if the deposit is more than one month's rent.
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