Vermont Lease Agreement Template
Reviewed by the Agiled editorial teamUpdated June 2026
The lease template below works in Vermont once you fill in the state-specific numbers — and those numbers are what this page covers: the deposit cap, how fast the deposit must come back, how much notice the landlord owes before entering, and what it takes to end a month-to-month tenancy. The download is the same attorney-style boilerplate as our standard lease; Vermont law fills in the blanks.
Vermont lease rules at a glance
| Security deposit cap | No statutory cap (some municipalities, like Burlington, add interest and caps) |
|---|---|
| Deposit return deadline | 14 days after termination |
| Landlord entry notice | 48 hours' notice |
| Month-to-month termination notice | 60 days' written notice (90 days after 2+ years of tenancy) |
| Late fees | No statutory cap; must reflect actual costs |
State laws change frequently and this summary is not legal advice. Verify current rules against the state statute or with a licensed attorney before relying on them.
How Vermont handles lease agreements
Vermont's 14-day deposit return comes with teeth — miss the deadline and the landlord forfeits the right to withhold anything; act in bad faith and damages double. In Vermont, the security deposit rule is: no statutory cap (some municipalities, like Burlington, add interest and caps). After move-out, the landlord's deadline to return the deposit is 14 days after termination, and ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 60 days' written notice (90 days after 2+ years of tenancy). Confirm current figures against the state statute before signing — legislatures amend landlord-tenant law frequently.
Vermont lease agreement FAQs
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Vermont?
No statutory cap (some municipalities, like Burlington, add interest and caps). Put the exact deposit amount in the lease, along with where it is held, and check the current statute — several states have recently lowered their caps.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Vermont?
14 days after termination. The return should include an itemized statement for any deductions; missing the statutory deadline can expose the landlord to penalty damages in many states.
How much notice does a landlord need to enter a rental in Vermont?
48 hours' notice. Even where no statute sets a number, writing a notice period into the lease (24–48 hours is the national norm) protects both sides.
How much notice is required to end a month-to-month tenancy in Vermont?
60 days' written notice (90 days after 2+ years of tenancy). Give notice in writing and keep proof of delivery — the notice period is one of the most commonly litigated lease terms.
The full lease agreement guide
Clause-by-clause guidance, common mistakes, and the complete template text live on the main page: Lease Agreement Template — full guide and download.