Everything you need to know about landlord-tenant laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and property management in Vermont.
Vermont's rental market is concentrated in Burlington and the surrounding Chittenden County area. The state has stronger tenant protections than most New England states. Security deposit is limited to 1 month rent, and Burlington has additional local regulations including just-cause eviction requirements. Vermont's rental market is affected by seasonal tourism (ski areas) and the University of Vermont's student population. Limited housing supply in Burlington keeps rents high.
1 month rent
14 days after move-out
File ejectment in Superior Court. Hearing within 20-30 days. Process takes 6-10 weeks typically.
No statewide rent control, but Burlington has just-cause eviction requirements for most rentals.
Vermont law requires landlords to provide the following disclosures to tenants:
No statutory limit. Must be stated in lease. Reasonable fees accepted.