State rules
No apartment cap; a rent increase needs 60 days' written notice.
| Amount cap | No cap on the amount. |
|---|---|
| Notice for an increase | 60 days' written notice for a change in a month-to-month tenancy. |
| Frequency | No statewide frequency limit beyond the notice and lease rules. |
| Retaliation window | Retaliation is barred, as everywhere; the presumption window varies — document your dates. |
| Local rent caps | Not barred statewide; check your city. |
| Sources | 9 V.S.A. § 4455 |
Park lot-rent increases above CPI + 1% can be challenged and mediated under 10 V.S.A. § 6252 — a quiet protection most residents never hear of.
Rules checked October 2026
Sources: 9 V.S.A. § 4455. Information, not legal advice.