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Washington, PA local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn Washington, a landlord needs a registration from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 260-7).

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Rental licensing / registration

In Washington, a landlord needs a registration from the municipality before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 260-7). Code text: "No person shall lease, rent, occupy, or otherwise allow a rental unit within the City to be occupied without first registering the rental unit with the City and designating a responsible local agent."

Verified Source: Washington Code, "ch. 260: Rental Property", § 260-7 · last checked 2026-10-16

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