Contracts
In Pennsylvania, a lease with an initial term of more than 3 years must be:
AApproved by the county recorder
BIn writing to be enforceable under the Statute of Frauds✓ Correct
CNotarized and recorded
DReviewed by PREC before execution
Explanation
Pennsylvania's Statute of Frauds (33 P.S. §1) requires leases for a term of more than 3 years to be in writing and signed. Oral leases for 3 years or less may be enforceable, but a written lease is always recommended for clarity and enforceability.
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