LeasePilot HQStart Free Trial

Vermont Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Vermont rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limitNo statewide statutory limit; local rules may apply
Interest on deposit requiredNo statewide; Burlington/local may require interest
Deposit return deadline14 Days; 60 Days for seasonal occupancy days
Entry notice required48 Hours
Late fee limitNo statewide fixed cap; should be reasonable and stated in lease
Late fee grace periodNone statewide
Rent increase notice60; 90 if tenant has resided 2+ years in many cases
Eviction notice period14

Required disclosures in Vermont

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • rental housing health code
  • • EMP/lead where applicable

Sources

Generate a Vermont-ready lease in minutes

LeasePilot HQ's lease generator applies Vermont-specific clauses and disclosures automatically.

Create Your Free Account

Other states

AlabamaAlaskaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiView all states →