Vermont Security Deposit Rules
Official deposit limits, return deadlines, and legal citations for this state.
Deposit Requirements
Maximum Deposit
No statutory limit
Return Deadline
14 days (60 days for seasonal rentals not used as primary residence)
Itemized Statement Required
Yes
Interest Required
No
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid utilities, unpaid rent, and costs of removing items after move-out.
Security Deposit Timeline
Maximum Deposit
No statutory limit
Return Deadline
14 days (60 days for seasonal rentals not used as primary residence)
Itemized Statement
Yes
Interest Required
No
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid utilities, unpaid rent, and costs of removing items after move-out.
Legal Citations
- Vt. Stat. tit. 9, § 4461