State Landlord Laws

Vermont Landlord
Tenant Laws

Security deposit limits, notice requirements, rent control status, and the forms you need as a Vermont landlord.

Vermont Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance

Security Deposit Limit
No statutory limit

Vermont has no cap on security deposits. Must be returned within 14 days of move-out with itemized deductions (9 V.S.A. § 4461).

Notice Requirements
14 days (nonpayment) / 30 days (other violations) / 60 days (no-fault)

14-day notice to pay or quit for nonpayment. No-fault evictions require 60 days' notice (9 V.S.A. § 4467). Vermont has relatively strong tenant protections.

Rent Control
No

Vermont has no rent control laws statewide or locally.

Required Disclosures
  • Move-in condition checklist
  • Landlord's name and address
  • Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978 — strict Vermont requirements)
Eviction Timeline
6–10 weeks

Vermont's eviction process is tenant-protective and typically takes 6–10 weeks due to notice requirements and court scheduling.

Vermont Lease Agreement

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Tools for Vermont Landlords

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Legal Forms

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