Property Management
Under Pennsylvania's Landlord-Tenant Act, a landlord may deduct from a security deposit for:
ANormal wear and tear from the tenant's use
BActual damages beyond normal wear and tear and unpaid rent✓ Correct
CAny cleaning or maintenance needed after the tenancy
DCosmetic updates the landlord wants to make
Explanation
Pennsylvania landlords may deduct from the security deposit only for actual damages beyond normal wear and tear and for unpaid rent. Normal wear and tear (minor scuffs, gradual carpet wear) is the landlord's responsibility and cannot be charged to the tenant.
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