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West Virginia Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of West Virginia 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
Interest on deposit requiredNo
Deposit return deadline60 Days; or 45 Days days after re-rental if sooner in some cases days
Entry notice requiredNo statewide statute
Late fee limitNo statewide fixed cap; should be reasonable and stated in lease
Late fee grace periodNone statewide
Rent increase notice30
Eviction notice periodImmediate/unconditional procedures may apply; verify before filing

Required disclosures in West Virginia

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • property-specific disclosures

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