Landlord tools · Vermont
Everything a Vermont lease must get right in 2026 — deposit limits, late fees, notice periods, and required disclosures — plus a free builder that applies each rule for you and outputs a signable PDF.
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Vermont doesn't cap security deposits by statute — most landlords charge one to two months' rent. No state limit; Burlington and Barre cap at one month locally After the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned within 14 days. Refund with itemized statement in 14 days or all rights forfeited; willful withholding doubles damages Returning one now? Use the free Vermont deposit return letter generator — it computes the deadline and itemizes deductions for you.
Vermont limits late fees: No statutory cap, but fees must reflect landlord's actual costs — penalties unenforceable. No grace period is required by statute, though many leases include one. No statutory grace period.
Landlords must give at least 48 hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies. 48 hours' notice, entry 9am-9pm. Ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 60 days' written notice (No-cause: 60 days (occupancy ≤2 years), 90 days if longer). Rent increases require 60 days' advance notice (60 days' notice, effective first day of following rental period). Planning an increase? The free Vermont rent increase notice generator applies the notice period automatically.
Utilities: Landlord may not cause utility interruption; lease should assign responsibility. Pets: No statute on pet deposits; standard deposit rules apply. Burlington's one-month cap includes pet deposits.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Vermont?
Vermont has no statutory limit on security deposits — one to two months' rent is customary. No state limit; Burlington and Barre cap at one month locally
How long does a Vermont landlord have to return the deposit?
14 days after the tenancy ends. Refund with itemized statement in 14 days or all rights forfeited; willful withholding doubles damages
Are late fees limited in Vermont?
Yes — No statutory cap, but fees must reflect landlord's actual costs — penalties unenforceable. No statutory grace period
How much notice before a landlord can enter the unit in Vermont?
At least 48 hours, except in emergencies. 48 hours' notice, entry 9am-9pm
Does Vermont have rent control?
No statewide rent control. No state or local rent control
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Key statutes: 9 V.S.A. § 4461 · § 4460 · § 4467 · 18 V.S.A. § 1759. Last reviewed 2026-07. This guide summarizes state law for convenience and is not legal advice; cities and counties may add their own rules.