Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania
eviction
Can a landlord evict a tenent for not paying late fees if the rent is all paid?
Asked on 3/03/07, 7:46 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Miriam Jacobson
Retired from practice of law
Re: eviction
Depending on what the lease says, late fees may become a part of the "rent" due, and if not paid, may cause the tenant to remain in default, thus permitting the landlord to sue to evict.
If it's only a small amount, the tenant could try to defend the eviction, but should be able to offer to pay the accrued late fees.
Answered on 3/04/07, 2:47 pm