Does Burlington have rent control?

Burlington does not have local rent control, but Vermont state rules on rent increases may apply.

What is the rent increase cap in Burlington?

No local cap exists. Vermont state limits may apply to certain properties.

Are any properties exempt from Burlington rent control?

Common exemptions include single-family homes, new construction (typically 15 years), owner-occupied duplexes, and subsidized housing.

Burlington, VT Rent Control 2026

Burlington has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.

Burlington does not have rent control. Vermont does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.

Key Takeaways — Burlington Rent Control

Key rule: Local Rules Apply
Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants

Rent Control in Burlington

Burlington landlords must follow Vermont state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

$2,140

median 2BR rent

Local Rules Apply

key requirement

Penalty Warning

Violate Vermont rent control rules in Burlington and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Burlington's median rent of $2,140/month, even a single violation adds up fast.

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Rent Control in Nearby Cities

Own properties in multiple cities? Rules may differ locally:

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How we researched this page: Rent control rules are based on Vermont state statutes. Rent data comes from HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Chittenden County. Last updated: August 2026.

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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli

Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019

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