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Rent Control Laws in Vermont

Vermont has no rent stabilization law, and Burlington's 2026 charter change request does not seek authority for local rent stabilization.

Last checked . General information, not legal advice.

Vermont at a glance

Statewide rent cap
No
Local rent control
None in effect
Burlington's 2026 charter change request covers notice periods only, not rent stabilization.

Sources

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The rules in Vermont

Does Vermont have a statewide rent cap?

No. Statewide rent cap in Vermont: no.

Which cities in Vermont have rent control?

Local rent control in Vermont: None in effect. Burlington's 2026 charter change request covers notice periods only, not rent stabilization.

Where do the Vermont rent control laws come from?

The rules above come from Burlington testimony on H.508, Vermont Legislature (January 2026). Each source is linked on this page. We last checked them in October 2026.

What this means in practice

Even where there is no rent control, a landlord usually cannot raise the rent during a fixed-term lease unless the lease allows it. Increases normally take effect at renewal or after written notice for a month-to-month tenancy, and notice periods are set by state law.

Rent caps and rent stabilization rules commonly have exemptions, such as buildings built in recent years, owner-occupied duplexes, or units owned by individuals rather than companies. A unit can sit in a covered city and still be exempt, so read the coverage section of the law closely.

Local rent control ordinances change through ballot measures and council votes more often than state law does. If you rent or own property in a city that regulates rent, check the city or county housing department for the current allowable increase and any registration requirements.

General information, not legal advice. Laws change, and cities can add their own rules, so check the current statute before you rely on it.