Property owners, investors, lenders, settlement agents, and other real estate professionals should be aware of new reporting requirements under Pennsylvania’s Act 29 of 2026. Effective September 18, 2026, the law requires owners of non-owner-occupied real property to provide specified contact information to the county assessor within 30 days of acquiring a property and to update that information within 30 days of any subsequent change. Owner-occupied properties that serve as an individual’s principal residence are generally exempt from the reporting requirements.  

Required Information
Depending on the ownership structure, the required information may include the owner’s name, address, telephone number, and email address. Business entities and limited liability companies may also be required to identify an individual authorized to address property maintenance issues or municipal code violations.  

Act 29 authorizes counties to impose fines of up to $500 for intentionally or knowingly providing false information or failing to provide or update required information.  

County Implementation Continues to Evolve
Although the reporting obligation is imposed on property owners, implementation has not been uniform across Pennsylvania.

Title industry sources have advised that some counties have begun requesting forms or additional information in connection with real estate closings involving non-owner-occupied properties. In some cases, settlement agents are being asked to assist with the reporting process, and county-specific forms and procedures may vary from one jurisdiction to another.

Looking Ahead
Owners of rental, investment, commercial, and other non-owner-occupied properties should ensure they understand and comply with Act 29’s reporting requirements, including the obligation to provide required contact information within 30 days of acquisition and to update that information when changes occur.

Barley Snyder’s Real Estate Practice Group is monitoring developments related to Act 29 and county-specific implementation efforts. If you have questions about how these new requirements may affect your real estate transactions or property holdings, please reach out to partner Reilly Noetzel or any member of our firm’s Real Estate Practice Group.