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Franklin County Property Records

How To Search Property Records in Franklin County in 2026

FranklinPARecords.org provides data and publicly available information related to property records in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Members of the public may access records pertaining to ownership history, assessed values, recorded deeds, tax information, liens, and parcel identification. The following record categories are available through official county resources:

Deed and title records
Property tax assessment and payment records
Mortgage and lien filings
GIS parcel maps and boundary data
Probate and estate-related land documents
Archived historical property records

Records may be searched through the following official Franklin County resources:

Franklin County Tax Parcel Viewer — interactive GIS map for parcel identification, tax records, and situs addresses
Register & Recorder's Office — official repository for deeds, mortgages, and recorded land documents
Franklin County GIS Department — spatial data, aerial photography, and property boundary mapping
Archives & Records Management — historical county records preserved under Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission guidelines
Franklin County Tax Services — real estate assessments and delinquent tax claim information

Multiple Access Methods:

Members of the public may obtain property records through four primary channels:

Online searches — the most convenient method; available at no cost through county portals
In-person visits — required for certified copies and access to pre-digital records
By mail — written requests submitted to the appropriate county office with applicable fees
Through professionals — title companies, real estate attorneys, and licensed appraisers

Online Search Methods:

1. Property Appraiser Website

The Franklin County Tax Services department maintains assessment records for all real property within the county. Members of the public may access the Franklin County Tax Parcel Viewer at no cost and without registration.

Search Options:

By property address or situs address
By owner name
By parcel ID number
By map or GIS location

Information Available:

Current owner name and mailing address
Parcel/folio number and legal description
Land use and zoning classification
Assessed value of land and improvements
Taxable value and exemptions applied
Sales history and transfer dates
GIS map location and property boundaries

How to Search:

Navigate to the Franklin County Tax Parcel Viewer
Select a search type (address, owner name, or parcel ID)
Enter the search criteria in the appropriate field
Review the results list returned by the system
Select a parcel to view the full property record
Access linked tax records, assessment data, and map layers
Print or save the information as needed

2. Register & Recorder Official Records Search

The Register & Recorder's Office serves as the official custodian of recorded land documents in Franklin County. This office registers, records, and files all documents pertaining to land records, deeds, mortgages, and related instruments, and also handles the probate of estates.

Searchable By:

Grantor name (seller)
Grantee name (buyer)
Book and page number
Document type
Recording date range
Instrument number

Documents Available:

Warranty deeds and quitclaim deeds
Mortgages and deeds of trust
Satisfactions and releases of mortgage
Mechanic's liens, judgment liens, and tax liens
Easements and declarations of restrictions
Plats and surveys
Powers of attorney affecting real property
Lis pendens filings
HOA documents and declarations

How to Search:

Contact or visit the Register & Recorder's Office directly
Request access to the grantor/grantee index
Enter the party name, document type, or date range
Review the index results
Request document images or copies as needed
Note the book and page or instrument number for reference

3. Tax Collector Website

Franklin County's Tax Services department administers both tax assessment and tax claim functions. The assessment division values all real estate and improvements; the tax claim division collects all delinquent real estate taxes.

Search By:

Property address
Owner name
Parcel ID number
Tax account number

Information Available:

Current tax bill and payment status
Outstanding balances and delinquency information
Exemptions applied
Millage rates by taxing authority
Installment plan status and payment options

4. GIS / Mapping System

The Franklin County GIS Department provides interactive mapping tools, aerial photography, property boundary data, and spatial analysis resources. The GIS portal includes Story Maps, housing analysis summaries, and layered geographic data for public use.

How to Use:

Navigate the interactive map to the subject property location
Click on a parcel to retrieve linked property information
Toggle map layers to view zoning, flood zones, or environmental features
Measure distances and view aerial photography
Access linked assessment and tax records

In-Person Searches:

Register & Recorder Office

Franklin County Register & Recorder
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3872
Register & Recorder – Franklin County

Services available in person include viewing official recorded documents, requesting certified copies, searching grantor/grantee indexes, accessing record books, and receiving staff assistance with title research.

Tax Services Office

Franklin County Tax Services
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3801
Taxes – Franklin County

Services available in person include tax payment information, copies of tax bills, delinquency status inquiries, and tax claim searches.

Archives & Records Management

Franklin County Archives & Records Management
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3810
Archives & Records Management – Franklin County

This office preserves county records in accordance with the guidelines and rules set forth by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Members of the public may access historical property-related documents through this office.

By Mail Requests:

Register & Recorder

Mail requests for recorded documents to:

Franklin County Register & Recorder
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Requests should specify the document by book and page number, instrument number, or property address and approximate date range. Payment for applicable copy fees must accompany the request. Certified copies are available upon request with the appropriate fee.

Tax Services

Franklin County Tax Services
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Requests for tax records should include the property address or parcel number. A return envelope and applicable fees should be included.

Through Professionals:

Title companies conduct comprehensive title searches, prepare abstracts of title, and issue title insurance commitments identifying all recorded interests affecting a property. Real estate attorneys provide legal title opinions, address complex ownership issues, and assist with dispute resolution. Real estate agents may access MLS data for listed properties, pull property histories, and obtain comparable sales data as part of their representation services.

Search Tips:

When searching by address, use the complete street address and try variations with and without directional prefixes (N, S, E, W)
When searching by owner name, try last name first and check spelling variations, including maiden names and business entity names
When searching by legal description, use the exact description from the deed, including subdivision name and lot and block numbers
For historical records not available online, an in-person visit to the Register & Recorder or Archives office is required; staff can assist with microfilm and bound record books

Common Search Challenges:

Very recent transactions may not yet appear online due to recording processing delays
Very old records may not be digitized and require in-person access
Common names or similar addresses may return multiple results; verify by parcel number or legal description
Unrecorded documents, private agreements, and documents filed under seal are not accessible through public property record searches

What Is Franklin County Property Records

Property records in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, are official documents related to real property — including land and buildings — maintained by county government offices as legal records of ownership, transactions, and encumbrances. These records are essential for establishing clear title and are accessible to any member of the public under Pennsylvania law.

Purpose of Property Records:

Establish legal ownership and chain of title
Record encumbrances such as mortgages and liens
Document property transfers and sale prices
Support property tax assessment and collection
Protect property rights and enable title insurance
Facilitate real estate transactions and lending

Types of Property Records:

Ownership Records

Ownership records include warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, special warranty deeds, life estate deeds, trust documents affecting property, and the full chain of title from original conveyance to present ownership.

Encumbrance Records

Encumbrance records include mortgages and deeds of trust, tax liens, mechanic's liens, judgment liens, easements, deed restrictions and covenants, homeowner association documents, and lis pendens filings.

Tax and Assessment Records

The Franklin County Tax Services department maintains property tax assessments, tax bills, payment history, exemption records, millage rates, special assessments, and delinquent tax claim records. The assessment division values all real estate and improvements within the county.

Legal Descriptions and Plats

Legal description records include plat maps, subdivision plats, surveys, lot and block information, metes and bounds descriptions, and condominium declarations.

Building and Permit Records

Building and permit records include building permits, certificates of occupancy, code violation notices, zoning designations, and land use classifications. These records are maintained by the applicable municipal or township building department.

Who Maintains Property Records:

Register & Recorder

The Franklin County Register & Recorder is the official custodian of recorded land documents, including deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and all instruments affecting title to real property. As stated on the office's official page, "The register and recorder registers, records and files all documents pertaining to land records, deeds, mortgages, etc. and handles the probate of estates."

Tax Services Department

The Franklin County Tax Services department administers real estate assessment and tax claim functions. The department values all real property and collects delinquent taxes pursuant to the Pennsylvania Real Estate Tax Sale Law, 72 P.S. § 5860.101 et seq.

GIS Department

The Franklin County GIS Department maintains spatial data, parcel boundary maps, aerial photography, and geographic information systems that support property identification and analysis.

Archives & Records Management

The Franklin County Archives & Records Management office preserves historical county records in accordance with Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission guidelines, ensuring long-term public access to property-related documents.

Legal Framework:

Property recording in Pennsylvania is governed by the Pennsylvania Recording Act, 21 P.S. § 351, which establishes the constructive notice principles underlying the public recording system. Under this statute, recorded instruments provide notice to all subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers of the existence and terms of prior recorded interests.

Are Property Records Public Information in Franklin County?

Property records in Franklin County are public information. Under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. § 67.101 et seq., members of the public have the right to access records maintained by government agencies, including county offices. Property records maintained by the Register & Recorder, Tax Services, and GIS departments are presumptively public and accessible to any person without a stated reason or special permission.

Legal Basis for Public Access:

The Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law establishes a presumption of public access to government records
The Pennsylvania Recording Act requires that recorded instruments be available for public inspection
Centuries of common law tradition establish land records as public documents
The constructive notice doctrine requires that recorded instruments be accessible to all

Why Property Records Are Public:

Transparency

Public access to property ownership records ensures transparency in government operations, accountability in property taxation, and prevention of fraudulent or secret transfers of real estate.

Commercial Purposes

Open property records enable real estate transactions, title searches, title insurance, property appraisals, market analysis, and mortgage lending — all of which depend on reliable public access to ownership and encumbrance information.

Legal Protections

The recording system establishes chain of title, provides constructive notice of prior interests, protects against fraudulent transfers, and determines the priority of competing claims to real property.

Public Interest

Property records support community planning, historical and genealogical research, journalistic investigation, and informed civic participation in land use and taxation matters.

What Property Information Is Public:

Current and historical property ownership
Legal descriptions and parcel identification numbers
Property addresses and physical characteristics
Sale prices and transfer dates
Recorded mortgage amounts and lender names
Liens and encumbrances of record
Tax assessments and payment history
Plat maps and surveys
All recorded instruments affecting title

Privacy Considerations:

Certain personal information is protected within otherwise public property records. Social Security numbers and bank account numbers are redacted from recorded documents under Pennsylvania law. Certain individuals — including law enforcement officers, judges, and victims of domestic violence or stalking — may be eligible for address confidentiality protections under applicable state programs. Homestead exemption applications may contain financial information that is not fully public; members of the public should contact the Tax Services department for applicable policies.

Who Can Access Property Records:

Any person may access Franklin County property records regardless of residency, ownership status, or stated purpose. Common users include prospective buyers, real estate agents and brokers, title companies, appraisers, lenders, attorneys, property owners, investors, genealogists, historians, and members of the media.

Commercial Use of Property Records:

Commercial use of public property records — including real estate marketing, property valuation services, title insurance, investment analysis, and market research — is permitted under Pennsylvania law. Commercial data aggregators may compile and resell public property record information. Anti-harassment laws, fair housing laws, and other applicable statutes continue to govern the use of information obtained from public records.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Property Records in Franklin County?

Members of the public may inspect property records at the Franklin County Register & Recorder's Office at no charge. Fees apply to copies, certified copies, and document recordings. The following fee schedule reflects current charges:

Copy and Certification Fees:

Service	Current Fee
Plain copy (per page)	$0.25
Certified copy (per document)	$3.00 (first page) + $0.25 per additional page
Recording a deed or mortgage (first page)	$107.25
Recording (each additional page)	$3.00
Realty Transfer Tax (state + local)	2% of sale price (1% state, 1% local)

Recording fees in Pennsylvania are governed by 42 Pa. C.S. § 21022, which authorizes counties to establish schedules of fees for recording services. The Pennsylvania Realty Transfer Tax is imposed under 72 P.S. § 8101-C et seq.

Accepted Payment Methods:

Cash
Check (payable to Franklin County Register & Recorder)
Money order
Credit and debit cards (where available at the office)

Online Access:

Online viewing of property records through the Franklin County Tax Parcel Viewer and the Franklin County GIS portal is available at no cost to the public. No registration or account is required for basic parcel and assessment searches.

Fee Waivers:

Pennsylvania law does not provide a general fee waiver for property record copies. Government agencies and nonprofit organizations should contact the Register & Recorder's Office directly to inquire about applicable provisions.

What's Included in a Franklin County Property Record?

A Franklin County property record is a comprehensive collection of official documents and data maintained by multiple county offices. The following categories of information are included in a complete property record.

Ownership Information:

Current ownership records identify the legal owner or owners by name, ownership type (individual, joint tenants, tenants in common, tenants by the entireties, trust, LLC, or corporation), acquisition date, deed book and page or instrument number, and mailing address for tax billing. Previous ownership records provide the chain of title, including prior owners' names, transfer dates, and historical deed references.

Property Identification:

Property identification information includes the site address, mailing address, municipality or jurisdiction, legal description (lot and block number, subdivision name, plat book and page reference, section/township/range if applicable, metes and bounds description, or condominium unit number), parcel ID number, tax account number, and any alternate or previous parcel numbers.

Physical Characteristics:

Land information includes lot size in square feet or acres, lot dimensions, street frontage, corner lot designation, land use designation, and zoning classification. Building information includes total living area, year built, number of stories, building type, construction type, exterior wall material, roof type, foundation type, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and number of rooms. Additional features recorded include garages, pools, porches, fireplaces, heating and cooling systems, water source, and sewer system type.

Valuation Information:

Assessment records include land value, building value, total assessed value, market value, and taxable value. Historical assessed values for prior years are maintained and accessible through the Tax Services department. Agricultural classification values are recorded where applicable.

Tax Information:

Tax records include the current year tax amount, exemptions applied, taxable value after exemptions, millage rate, and a breakdown of taxes by taxing authority (county general fund, school district, municipality, and special districts). Tax history includes prior years' taxes paid, payment dates, and delinquency history where applicable. Exemptions recorded include homestead, senior, disability, veteran, widow/widower, agricultural, conservation, and historic preservation exemptions.

Sales History:

Sales history records include sale dates, sale prices, deed document numbers, grantor and grantee names, sale type (warranty deed, quitclaim deed, foreclosure, tax deed, inheritance, divorce transfer, or trust transfer), and qualified or unqualified sale designation. Documentary stamp amounts are recorded on instruments subject to the Pennsylvania Realty Transfer Tax.

Encumbrances and Liens:

Encumbrance records include currently recorded mortgages with lender names, recording dates, book and page references, and original mortgage amounts. Lien records include tax liens, judgment liens, mechanic's liens, HOA liens, and code enforcement liens with recorded dates, amounts, and lienholder identification. Other encumbrances include easements, deed restrictions and covenants, leases, life estates, and lis pendens filings.

Legal and Regulatory Information:

Regulatory information includes current zoning classification, land use code, future land use designation, school district, fire district, water district, and other special taxing district assignments. Deed restrictions, subdivision covenants, HOA information, and FEMA flood zone designations are also included where applicable.

Maps and Images:

Visual records include property photographs, aerial photography, GIS maps with property boundaries, plat maps, property sketches, and historical aerial images where available through the Franklin County GIS Department.

What Is Not Typically in Public Property Records:

Current mortgage balances (only original amounts at recording)
Personal financial information beyond what appears in recorded documents
Interior photographs
Social Security numbers (redacted under current law)
Confidential exemption application details
Private agreements not submitted for recording
Actual purchase contract terms beyond the recorded sale price

How Long Does Franklin County Keep Property Records?

Property records in Franklin County are maintained permanently. Recorded instruments affecting title to real property are never destroyed, as they form the legal foundation for chain of title and are essential to the integrity of the real estate recording system.

Legal Basis for Retention:

Pennsylvania's records retention requirements for county offices are established under the Pennsylvania Local Government Records Act, 53 P.S. § 9001 et seq., which governs the retention, disposition, and preservation of local government records. Recorded instruments affecting real property are classified as permanent records under applicable retention schedules issued by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

As stated by the Franklin County Archives & Records Management office, the department "preserves county memories in accordance with the guidelines and rules set forth by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission."

Records Kept Permanently:

All recorded deeds — including warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, trustee's deeds, and all other conveyance instruments — are maintained permanently, dating back to the county's formation. All recorded mortgages, satisfactions, releases, modifications, and assignments are maintained permanently, even after the underlying loan has been paid in full. All recorded liens, releases of liens, judgment liens, tax liens, and mechanic's liens are maintained permanently. All recorded plats, subdivision plats, re-plats, condominium declarations, and survey plats are maintained permanently. All easements, restrictions, covenants, declarations, powers of attorney affecting property, and court documents affecting title are maintained permanently.

Format and Storage:

Historical records are maintained in the following formats depending on the period of creation:

Very old records: Handwritten ledgers and bound books
Early to mid-twentieth century: Typed entries in record books
Mid-twentieth century: Microfilm
Recent records: Digital scans and electronic document management systems

All formats are maintained in climate-controlled storage at the Register & Recorder's Office and the Archives & Records Management office, with off-site backup and digital redundancy for electronic records.

Online Availability by Time Period:

Time Period	Availability
Recent (last 20 years)	Fully online in most cases
Moderate age (20–50 years)	May be online; microfilm available
Historical (50+ years)	In-person access; microfilm or bound books
Very old (100+ years)	Archive storage; advance notice may be required

Property Appraiser Assessment Records:

Current and historical assessment records are maintained permanently. Recent years of assessment history are accessible online through the Tax Parcel Viewer. Historical assessments are available at the Tax Services office.

Tax Collector Records:

Tax payment records are retained for a minimum of seven years. Tax certificates are retained until redeemed or a tax deed is issued. Tax deed records are maintained permanently. Delinquency records are retained for several years following resolution.

Chain of Title:

The unbroken chain of title from original land grant to present ownership is preserved through the permanent retention of all recorded conveyance instruments. Title searches in Pennsylvania review a minimum of 60 years of recorded history, though a full abstract may extend to the original patent or grant. Gaps in the chain of title create title defects that must be resolved before a clear title can be conveyed.

Accessing Historical Records:

Members of the public seeking records not available online should contact the Register & Recorder's Office or the Archives & Records Management office directly. Staff can retrieve records from microfilm or bound books, with same-day access for most requests. Very old records in archive storage may require advance notice. Standard copying fees apply to all historical records.

Franklin County Register & Recorder
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3872
Register & Recorder – Franklin County

Franklin County Archives & Records Management
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3810
Archives & Records Management – Franklin County

How To Find Liens on Property in Franklin County?

Liens on property in Franklin County are recorded instruments and are accessible through the Register & Recorder's Office and the Franklin County court system. Members of the public may search for liens using the following methods and resources.

Types of Liens Recorded in Franklin County:

Mortgage liens — recorded by lenders at the time of loan origination
Judgment liens — entered against a property owner following a court judgment
Federal tax liens — filed by the Internal Revenue Service for unpaid federal taxes
State tax liens — filed by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue
Mechanic's liens — filed by contractors or suppliers for unpaid construction work
HOA liens — filed by homeowner associations for unpaid assessments
Municipal liens — filed by municipalities for unpaid utilities or code enforcement fines
Child support liens — filed pursuant to court order

Step-by-Step Search Methods:

Method 1: Register & Recorder's Office (Recorded Liens)

Visit or contact the Franklin County Register & Recorder's Office at 157 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg, PA 17201, or call (717) 261-3872
Request access to the grantor/grantee index
Search the property owner's name as grantor to identify recorded liens, mortgages, and encumbrances
Review results by document type, filtering for mortgages, liens, and judgments
Request copies of identified documents; note book and page or instrument number
Verify whether satisfactions or releases have been recorded for any identified liens

Method 2: Franklin County Court of Common Pleas (Judgment Liens)

Judgment liens are entered through the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas and are indexed in the Prothonotary's office. Members of the public may search the judgment index by defendant name to identify outstanding judgments that may constitute liens against real property.

Franklin County Prothonotary
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3859
Franklin County Court of Common Pleas

Method 3: IRS Federal Tax Lien Search

Federal tax liens are filed with the Register & Recorder's Office in the county where the taxpayer resides or owns property. Members of the public may search for federal tax liens through the grantor/grantee index at the Register & Recorder's Office or through the IRS's online lien search tools.

Method 4: Pennsylvania UCC and State Tax Lien Search

State tax liens and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings may be searched through the Pennsylvania Department of State's online portal at dos.pa.gov.

Method 5: GIS Parcel Viewer

The Franklin County Tax Parcel Viewer provides parcel-level tax record information, which may indicate delinquent tax status. Delinquent tax claims are administered by the Franklin County Tax Services department.

Franklin County Tax Services
157 Lincoln Way East
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Phone: (717) 261-3801
Taxes – Franklin County

Practical Tips for Lien Searches:

Search the property owner's name in all variations, including maiden names, business entity names, and name abbreviations
Search both the current owner and any prior owners who held title within the applicable statute of limitations period for judgment liens
Verify that any identified lien has not been released or satisfied by searching for a corresponding release or satisfaction document
For a comprehensive lien search in connection with a real estate transaction, engagement of a licensed title company or real estate attorney is the standard practice

What Is Property Owner Rule in Franklin County?

The property owner rule in Franklin County, Pennsylvania, refers to the body of legal principles governing who may own real property, how ownership is established and transferred, and what rights and obligations attach to property ownership within the county. These principles are derived from Pennsylvania statutory law, common law, and applicable federal law.

Establishment of Ownership:

Legal ownership of real property in Franklin County is established by a recorded deed. Under the Pennsylvania Recording Act, 21 P.S. § 351, a deed must be recorded with the Register & Recorder's Office to provide constructive notice of the transfer to subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers. An unrecorded deed is valid between the parties but does not protect the grantee against a subsequent bona fide purchaser for value who records first.

Forms of Ownership Recognized in Pennsylvania:

Pennsylvania law recognizes the following forms of real property ownership:

Individual ownership — a single natural person holds title in fee simple
Joint tenancy with right of survivorship — two or more persons hold equal undivided interests; upon the death of one joint tenant, the surviving joint tenant(s) take the decedent's interest by operation of law
Tenancy in common — two or more persons hold undivided interests that may be unequal; each tenant in common may convey or devise their interest independently
Tenancy by the entireties — available exclusively to legally married spouses in Pennsylvania; neither spouse may convey or encumber the property without the other's consent, and the property is protected from the individual debts of either spouse
Trust ownership — a trustee holds legal title for the benefit of named beneficiaries pursuant to a trust instrument
Entity ownership — corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and other legal entities may hold title to real property in Pennsylvania

Transfer of Ownership:

Real property in Franklin County is transferred by deed, which must be signed by the grantor, acknowledged before a notary public, and recorded with the Register & Recorder's Office. The Pennsylvania Realty Transfer Tax applies to most transfers at a combined rate of 2% of the sale price or computed value, divided equally between the state and the local taxing authority, pursuant to 72 P.S. § 8101-C et seq. Certain transfers are exempt from the realty transfer tax, including transfers between spouses, transfers to or from government entities, and certain transfers between family members.

Property Owner Rights and Obligations:

Property owners in Franklin County hold the following rights and obligations under Pennsylvania law:

The right to use, enjoy, and exclude others from the property within the limits of applicable zoning, deed restrictions, and law
The right to convey, mortgage, lease, or devise the property
The obligation to pay real estate taxes assessed by the county, school district, and municipality
The obligation to comply with applicable zoning ordinances, building codes, and land use regulations
The obligation to maintain the property in compliance with municipal code enforcement standards

Adverse Possession:

Pennsylvania law recognizes adverse possession as a means by which a person may acquire title to real property through open, notorious, continuous, exclusive, and hostile possession for a period of 21 years, pursuant to 42 Pa. C.S. § 5530. A successful adverse possession claim must be established through a court proceeding, and the resulting judgment must be recorded with the Register & Recorder's Office to establish record title.

Eminent Domain:

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and its political subdivisions, including Franklin County, hold the power of eminent domain — the authority to acquire private property for public use upon payment of just compensation — pursuant to the Pennsylvania Eminent Domain Code, 26 Pa. C.S. § 101 et seq. Property owners subject to condemnation proceedings have the right to contest the taking and the amount of compensation through the Court of Common Pleas.

Homestead Protections:

Pennsylvania does not provide a constitutional homestead exemption from forced sale for general creditors. However, tenancy by the entireties ownership provides significant