Lease Template Updated January 12, 2025
A residential lease agreement in Vermont is a vital legal document that clearly defines rental terms, payment details, property rules, and the responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. It protects the landlord's interests while ensuring compliance with Vermont laws.
Our form includes:
Parties Identification
Lease Term
Rent Payment Terms
Security Deposit
Maintenance Responsibilities
State-Specific Disclosures
State-Specific Notices
These disclosures and addenda ensure compliance with state laws and protect both landlords and tenants.
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Landlord's Name and Address
<p>Vermont requires landlords to disclose their name and address in lease agreements, ensuring tenants can reach the appropriate party for legal and maintenance issues.</p>
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Landlord's Name and Address
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Vermont requires landlords to disclose their name and address in lease agreements, ensuring tenants can reach the appropriate party for legal and maintenance issues. |
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Lead Paint - Know Presence
<p>Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed.</p>
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Lead Paint - Know Presence
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Applies to units built before 1978 where the presence of lead paint has been confirmed. |
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Lead Paint - No Know Presence
<p>Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978.</p>
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Lead Paint - No Know Presence
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Applies to units where no evidence of lead paint is present or units built after 1978. |
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Condition of the Premises
<p>Vermont law obligates landlords to deliver rental units in a safe, clean, and habitable condition, complying with applicable building, housing, and health regulations. </p>
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Condition of the Premises
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Vermont law obligates landlords to deliver rental units in a safe, clean, and habitable condition, complying with applicable building, housing, and health regulations. |
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Late/Returned Fees
<p>Vermont law does not impose a statutory cap on late fees; instead, any charges for late rent payments must be reasonable and clearly set out in the lease agreement.</p>
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Late/Returned Fees
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Vermont law does not impose a statutory cap on late fees; instead, any charges for late rent payments must be reasonable and clearly set out in the lease agreement. |
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Mold Disclosure
<p>Vermont law does not require landlords to disclose the presence of mold. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises.</p>
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Mold Disclosure
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Vermont law does not require landlords to disclose the presence of mold. Nonetheless, maintaining the property to prevent mold growth falls under the landlord's duty to provide habitable premises. |
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Non-Refundable Fees
<p>Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them</p>
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Non-Refundable Fees
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Landlords must clearly disclose any non-refundable fees in the lease agreement to enforce them |
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Smoking
<p>Landlords are encouraged to specify smoking policies within the lease agreement, indicating whether smoking is permitted on the premises and, if so, any restrictions or designated areas.</p>
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Smoking
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Landlords are encouraged to specify smoking policies within the lease agreement, indicating whether smoking is permitted on the premises and, if so, any restrictions or designated areas. |
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Security Deposit Disclosure
<p>Vermont law does not impose a statutory limit on the amount a landlord can charge for a security deposit. However, landlords must return the security deposit within 14 days from the date on which the landlord discovers that the tenant vacated or abandoned the dwelling unit or the date the tenant vacated the dwelling unit, provided the landlord received notice from the tenant of that date. Deductions from the security deposit must be itemized and provided in writing to the tenant.</p>
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Security Deposit Disclosure
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Vermont law does not impose a statutory limit on the amount a landlord can charge for a security deposit. However, landlords must return the security deposit within 14 days from the date on which the landlord discovers that the tenant vacated or abandoned the dwelling unit or the date the tenant vacated the dwelling unit, provided the landlord received notice from the tenant of that date. Deductions from the security deposit must be itemized and provided in writing to the tenant. |
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Flood Hazard Disclosure
<p>Effective July 1, 2024, Vermont law requires landlords to disclose in advance of entering a rental agreement whether any portion of the premises offered for rent is located in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mapped special flood hazard area.</p>
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Flood Hazard Disclosure
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Effective July 1, 2024, Vermont law requires landlords to disclose in advance of entering a rental agreement whether any portion of the premises offered for rent is located in a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mapped special flood hazard area. |
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Radon Disclosure
<p>Vermont does not require radon disclosures.<br>However, if a landlord is aware of elevated radon levels, it is prudent to inform tenants to ensure transparency and safety.</p>
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Radon Disclosure
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Vermont does not require radon disclosures. |
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Bed Bugs Disclosure
<p>While Vermont law does not explicitly require landlords to disclose bed bug infestations, they are obligated to maintain rental properties free from pests, including bed bugs.</p>
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Bed Bugs Disclosure
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While Vermont law does not explicitly require landlords to disclose bed bug infestations, they are obligated to maintain rental properties free from pests, including bed bugs. |
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Pet Agreement
<p>Outline rules regarding pet types, sizes, behavior, and any associated fees or deposits.</p>
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Pet Agreement
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Outline rules regarding pet types, sizes, behavior, and any associated fees or deposits. |
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Medical Marijuana
<p>Vermont permits the use of medical marijuana under specific conditions. Landlords should clearly articulate their policies regarding the use and possession of medical marijuana on the premises within the lease agreement, ensuring compliance with state laws while addressing property rules.</p>
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Medical Marijuana
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Vermont permits the use of medical marijuana under specific conditions. Landlords should clearly articulate their policies regarding the use and possession of medical marijuana on the premises within the lease agreement, ensuring compliance with state laws while addressing property rules. |
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Shared Utilities
<p>Describe how utility charges are divided among tenants to ensure clarity on financial responsibilities.</p>
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Shared Utilities
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Describe how utility charges are divided among tenants to ensure clarity on financial responsibilities. |
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Carbon Monoxide Alarm
<p>Vermont law requires the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in all rental properties that contain fuel-burning appliances or have an attached garage.</p>
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Carbon Monoxide Alarm
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Vermont law requires the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in all rental properties that contain fuel-burning appliances or have an attached garage. |
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Vermont Statutes Annotated, Title 9, Chapter 137 (Residential Rental Agreements) requires landlords to disclose their name and address in lease agreements, ensuring tenants can reach the appropriate party for legal and maintenance issues.
Landlord Requirements:
Vermont follows federal Title X lead disclosure regulations. Additionally, landlords must comply with the Vermont Lead Law, which requires proactive measures to prevent lead poisoning, especially in rental housing.
Landlord Requirements:
The lease must document the property’s condition to protect both parties, in compliance with Vermont Statutes Title 9, § 4457. This ensures clarity on pre-existing issues and responsibilities during and after the lease.
Landlord Requirements:
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