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Vermont Seasonal Rental 60-Day Deposit Rule

For seasonal occupancy and rental of a dwelling unit not intended as a primary residence, § 4461(c) provides a 60-day period for the security deposit and written statement instead of the ordinary 14-day period.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Qualifying seasonal rental60 days

Only for seasonal occupancy not intended as a primary residence.

Confirm the tenancy type

  • Is the dwelling seasonal?
  • Was it intended as the tenant’s primary residence?
  • What dates did occupancy begin and end?
  • What does the lease say about the rental purpose?
Use current § 4461, not failed 2026 proposals. Also check any supplemental municipal ordinance. Educational information only.

Official sources

Vermont Legislature9 V.S.A. § 4461 — Security deposits ↗

Current Vermont statute covering allowable deductions, 14-day return/itemization, seasonal rentals, remedies, transfers and municipal supplemental ordinances.

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