Landlord kept your deposit? Entered without notice? Threatening eviction? Describe what happened in your own words and get a plain-English breakdown, severity rating, step-by-step next steps, and ready-to-send letters — specific to Vermont law.
Get My Vermont Action Plan — Free to StartVermont landlords must return the deposit with a written statement of deductions within 14 days of the tenant vacating — 60 days for seasonal or secondary residences (9 V.S.A. § 4461); missing the deadline forfeits the right to withhold anything, and willful violations can cost double. Entry requires at least 48 hours' notice and is restricted to 9 a.m.–9 p.m. (§ 4460). Rent is late the day after it is due with no statutory grace period, and illegal self-help eviction carries statutory remedies (§ 4464).
14 days after move-out, with an itemized statement for any deductions.
Landlords must generally give 48-hour notice before entering, except in emergencies.
No. Eviction requires a court process — lockouts, belongings removal, and utility shutoffs without a court order are illegal.
Vermont Tenants (CVOEO) at (802) 864-0099. You can also call or text 211 for local referrals.