Landlord Access Denial Issue

Summary

If a landlord fails to provide access to a rented unit as agreed in the lease, tenants in Pennsylvania have several options. They can request the landlord to fulfill their part of the agreement, potentially break the lease without penalty, or consider legal action if the issue persists. Consulting with a legal professional is advisable for personalized advice.

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I’m having a issue with my landlord.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your issues with your landlord. Could you please provide more details about the situation? Also, could you let me know your location as the laws differ from place to place?
I tour the unit on April *,* and I signed my lease on May *,*. I paid the security deposit on May *,*. In the lease it states that I would be given access to the property and me and the landlord would review the property to make sure everything is in working condition. However, that never happened. Also, I am being denied access to my unit. They gave me the key to the front door, but refuse to give me the key to my unit. So, I was wondering what’s my options at this?
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me where you're located so that I can provide you with the relevant legal information?
Philadelphia, PA
Hello ****,
Based on your location and situation, here are your options:
- You can request your landlord to fulfill their part of the agreement.
- You can potentially break the lease without penalty.
- Legal action could be an option if the issue persists.
Please consult with a legal professional for further advice.
Thank u
You're welcome, ****. If you need further legal advice or have any other questions, feel free to ask. We're here to help.