Frequently Asked Questions

Landis Quality Living (LQL) is a 501(c)3, formed as a Landis Communities entity to lead the expansion of affordable and middle-market housing. Even though LQL is a tax-exempt organization, appropriate school, city, and county taxes will still be paid. The mission of LQL is to provide housing with services for adults to age in place and thrive in the community and its vision is Enriching Lives. Apartment communities, such as Landis Place on King, are one way we are working to meet the needs of persons with low and middle income. The affordable units at Landis Place on King are all full, and at this time, the waitlist is closed.

At Landis Communities, we continue to grow our established reputation for excellence in serving aging adults. The name Landis has value—the history, the legacy, the excellent reputation. We are guided by our values of joy, compassion, integrity, stewardship and community, while staying faithful to the heritage established by our past leaders and are prepared to continue this legacy with each generation. Landis Communities is one organization with three distinct parts: continuing care retirement communities, home and community-based services, and affordable, low-income, and middle-income independent living options. The affordable units at Landis Place on King are all full, and at this time, the waitlist is closed.

At Landis Place on King, a community is being created offering more than a place to live; it also provides a place to belong. By bringing together individuals from various backgrounds and a wide range of incomes, the residents are enhancing the diversity of the neighborhood and contributing to the ongoing revitalization of West King Street.
 
From the onset of the project, dialogue with community leaders and potential residents helped to develop strategies to foster a sense of belonging and prevent displacement. For this reason, Landis Place on King materials are accessible in both English and Spanish.
 
Through this investment in Lancaster City, Landis Quality Living is able to be a catalyst in this forward movement.

Residents will pay a monthly Community Services charge: $75 for single occupancy, $85 for a couple (subject to change). This will cover the costs for use of rooftop deck, community rooms, private internet network in each apartment, guest internet in common areas, water, sewer, trash and recycling.

Landis Place on King apartments include a refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, garbage disposal, built-in microwave, walk-in closet in primary bedroom, washer, dryer, large outdoor space (balcony or patio), and a 50-gallon water heater per apartment.

Bedrooms have wall-to-wall carpet, and hard flooring (LVT) is installed everywhere else. Tenants cannot modify flooring prior to move-in, but it may be allowed later with approval from Management.

Yes, 2” white faux wood horizontal blinds are installed on the windows, and blinds are integrated into the balcony doors (which can be turned to open/close for light).

Some windows open to allow fresh air. Operable windows vary by floorplan. For specifics, please check with our community manager. There is also a window sill, approx. 8 inches deep. Typical window is 7.5 to 8 feet wide, and 5 feet high.

The entryway includes a ceiling light fixture. The kitchen has a combination of canned and/or pendant lights, depending on the unit. The living room and bedrooms each have an overhead light that can be replaced with an overhead fan, if provided by the resident. There are also light fixtures in the bathrooms.

With Approval from Management, new paint colors may be applied to accent walls. Walls, trim, and ceiling must be returned to the original color upon vacating.

A Key Fob will be required for building entry and elevator access, including the walk-in door to the garage at the stair tower. A remote opener for drive-in access to the garage area will be provided.

One elevator is larger to assist with moving, but both are available to residents.

Residents will take trash to a room on each floor. Trash will drop down a chute to the dumpster. Residents may take recyclables to first floor garage.

The entire building including balconies, patios, apartments, and common area spaces is non-smoking.

Yes, there are 66 storage cages available for month-to-month use. These are chain-link sections that a tenant can lock themselves. There are 40 storage bins that are 3’x4’, rentable for $25/month. There are also 20 storage bins that are 4’x5’, priced at $35/month.

There are a limited number of parking spaces in the LPK garage. If a tenant elects to pay for a parking space in the garage and one is available, it can be reserved (maximum of 1 space/apartment). If not currently available, the resident will be added to a waitlist. Landlord may relocate a resident’s parking space as needed.

There are three parking garages nearby with convenient access to Landis Place on King. Click here to see nearby parking garages.

The majority (80%) of tenants must be age 55+, but please contact us to discuss your specific situation. If two adults apply together and only one of them is age 55+ they will qualify. (Children/grandchildren would not qualify.)

No, there is not a rent increase for double occupancy.

The rent may increase annually due to increased operating costs and inflation. The rent for the upcoming term will be provided to the tenant 60-90 days prior to lease renewal.

Yes, please request the pet agreement for leashing rules and more. Up to two pets with a combined weight of up to 100 pounds. The pet rent is $35 per pet per month.

From Landis Place on King, you’re just blocks away from Crystal Park and Rodney Park to the west, or the Cabbage Hill Veteran’s Memorial to the south. A few blocks further, and you’ll reach the 3.75 acres of Culliton Park (formerly Farnum Park). To the north, you can visit Binn’s Park across from Ewell Plaza. The city’s heart at Penn Square features four quads with open space and trees. Click here to see an interactive list of Lancaster City’s green spaces.

The design for Landis Place on King located all but a few balconies on the sides and back of the building. Only four two-bedroom apartments on levels 3 to 6 have windows facing south (King Street). If you have an apartment facing south, you will have the warm southern light exposure and the view will be wonderful! Any general King Street noise will be further reduced by the distance to the upper levels as well as by four trees that will also provide shade. The building is well insulated for energy efficiency which also helps with sound transmission. Eighty-five percent of window area is fixed insulated glass that improves energy efficiency and reduces sound intrusion. Fifteen percent is operable as a way to bring in outside air as desired.

The ceilings are 9′ 0″.

Landis Quality Living and Landis At Home offer services so older adults can age in place. Landis At Home offers reliable home care services including personal care and support services for a few hours, days, or for an extended time. Surrounded by a community that cares for them and the opportunity to participate with services, this can save those age 55+ money and provide families with peace of mind.

Landis Place on King offers 10% of its apartments at rentals below market rates. Five of these (1) Bedroom apartments will qualify for the Housing Choice Voucher Program.  At this time, Landis Place on King is no longer accepting NEW applications for the apartments available with these adjusted rents below market rate and the waitlist is closed.

Mailboxes for residents are in the ground-floor lobby, and there is a package room for secure storage of deliveries.

Residents are welcome to plan and run social activities, and they occur weekly or monthly (such as Book Club, Game Club, Crafting Club, Yoga, Gardening Club, Fitness Program, Movie Night, Trivia Night, Social Committee Party). The community manager may also coordinate occasional special events as advertised on the internal screens.