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Vermont
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

Everything a landlord needs to know about Vermont law — eviction process, security deposits, entry rights, rent control status, and local court resources.

3
out of 10 · Tenant Leaning
📋
Notice Period
14 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~70 days
💰
Deposit Max
None
🔑
Entry Notice
48 hrs
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Vermont Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,478
2 Bedrooms
$1,883
3 Bedrooms
$2,325
YoY Trend
-2.7%
Days on Market
80d
Burlington
05401
1BR$1,660
2BR$2,190
3BR$2,650
YoY
-8.7%
DOM
105.14d
Listings
253
Rutland
05701
1BR$1,295
2BR$1,575
3BR$2,000
YoY
+3.3%
DOM
54.37d
Listings
34

Vermont Eviction Process

Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Vermont

01
Serve Notice
14-day written notice for non-payment of rent. Must be delivered personally or posted on door.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 14 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $155.
03
Court Hearing
Hearing typically scheduled 7–14 days after filing. Bring your lease, all notices, rent ledger, and any communications with the tenant.
04
Judgment & Possession
If you win, the court issues a judgment for possession. Tenant typically has 24–72 hours to vacate. If not, obtain a writ of possession.
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
Notice (14d)
Filing + Hearing (14d)
7d
Writ (35d)
Average total: 70 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Vermont security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
None
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
Yes (check locally)
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Vermont law

✅ Landlord Rights
No rent control
Can evict for nonpayment
⚖️ Tenant Rights
48-hr entry notice
30-day cure period
Retaliation defense

Required Disclosures

Items you must disclose to tenants in Vermont before or at lease signing

📄 Lead paint
📄 Rental housing code
📄 Efficiency Vermont

Rent Control Status

Vermont rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Vermont
Vermont has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms).

Vermont Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Vermont?+
The average eviction timeline in Vermont is 70 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 14 days. Filing fee is $155.
What is the security deposit limit in Vermont?+
In Vermont, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Vermont have rent control?+
No. Vermont has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Vermont?+
Landlords in Vermont must provide at least 48 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

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