Vermont security-deposit return deadline
Under Vt. Stat. tit. 9, §4461, you have 14–60 days from move-out. Enter the date the tenant vacated to get your exact deadlines.
Deadlines per Vt. Stat. tit. 9, §4461. Vermont statutes change; verify with the current statute. Not legal advice.
What Vt. Stat. tit. 9, §4461 requires
- Return deadline: 14–60 days
- 14 days — Standard
- 60 days — Seasonal rental not used as a primary residence
- Deposit cap: No statewide cap; some municipalities (e.g., Burlington) impose their own deposit rules
- Itemized written statement of deductions required with the refund
- Missing the deadline forfeits the right to withhold; willful failure doubles the amount owed plus fees and costs
Statutes as of August 2026. Statutes change — verify with the current text of Vt. Stat. tit. 9, §4461 before relying on a deadline. This is general information, not legal advice; consult a Vermont attorney for your situation.
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