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Vermont Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026
Security deposit limits, eviction notice requirements, rent increase rules, and every compliance deadline for Vermont landlords. 40 cities covered.
Based on Vermont state statutes. Updated August 2026.
Vermont Landlord Law Summary
In Vermont, landlords must return security deposits within 14 days, provide 14-day eviction notice for nonpayment, and do not cap rent increases. No just cause eviction requirement.
Vermont Landlord Rules at a Glance
Key compliance requirements every Vermont landlord must follow.
What Happens If You Violate Vermont Landlord-Tenant Law
Security deposit violation: Tenant may recover the deposit plus damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees.
- Late deposit return: Miss the 14-day deadline and tenants can sue for up to 2x the withheld amount.
- Improper eviction notice: Wrong notice period or procedure = case dismissed. You restart from zero and owe additional court costs.
- Illegal entry: Entering without 48-hour notice = harassment claim. Tenants can terminate the lease and sue for damages.
- Fair housing violation: First offense: $16,000+ federal fine. Repeat: $65,000+. Plus actual damages, attorney fees, and potential criminal penalties.
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Vermont Landlord-Tenant Statutes
The laws that govern residential rentals in Vermont.
Vermont Residential Rental Agreements Act
9 V.S.A. §4451 et seq.
Governs residential tenancies including security deposits, habitability, eviction, and tenant rights. Strong anti-retaliation protections.
Vermont Landlord Law Topics
Explore detailed rules by topic for any Vermont city.
Security Deposit Laws
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Eviction Process & Notice Requirements
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Rent Increase Laws
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Landlord Entry & Access Rules
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Maintenance & Habitability Standards
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Late Fee Limits
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Lease Termination & Renewal
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Fair Housing Protections
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Tenant Screening Rules
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Required Landlord Disclosures
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Rent Control
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Property Registration Requirements
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Top 10 Vermont Cities — Landlord Law Coverage
The largest Vermont cities by population, with median rent and deposit cap data.
All 40 Vermont Cities
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Deposit deadlines, notice requirements, required disclosures — everything in one page.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli
Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019
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