General info, not legal advice. Details

Southampton Township, PA local landlord rules

2 of 2 topics verified

State law also applies. See Pennsylvania landlord-tenant law.

Last reviewed 2026-10-16

Quick facts

TopicAt a glance
Rental inspectionsRental units covered by this code are subject to inspection.
Local agent / contact personLandlords covered by this code must designate a local agent or contact person, or meet residency rules for agents.

Details & sources

Rental inspections

Rental units covered by this code are subject to inspection. The code states: "Except as provided following in this section, it shall be unlawful to occupy or let to others for occupancy any residential rental unit which has not been currently inspected as provided by this chapter" (§ 263-9).

Verified Source: Southampton Township Code § 263-9 · last checked 2026-10-16

Back to quick facts ↑

Local agent / contact person

Landlords covered by this code must designate a local agent or contact person, or meet residency rules for agents. The code states: "If the owner is a partnership, a local agent shall be required if a partner does not reside within the above-referenced area" (§ 263-8).

Verified Source: Southampton Township Code § 263-8 · last checked 2026-10-16

Back to quick facts ↑

Other Pennsylvania cities

Back to Pennsylvania landlord-tenant law