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Vermont rental inspection report template

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Your Vermont rental inspection report has 2 rules to meet. ReportDraft puts every one on your checklist and checks your draft before you sign.

  • The 14-day return with a written itemized statement
  • 48 hours' notice and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for an inspection during the tenancy

A rental inspection report template set up for Vermont. In Word and PDF.

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Vermont Rental inspection Template
Inspection type
Rental unit address
Inspection date
Landlord or property manager
Tenant names
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Vermont rules for this report

These rules are about how and when you report, not the template's fields. Check them before you deliver.

  • The landlord may keep deposit money for unpaid rent, damage to the landlord's property that is not normal wear and tear or the result of events beyond the tenant's control, unpaid utility or other charges the tenant had to pay to the landlord or a utility, and removing articles the tenant abandoned9 V.S.A. s. 4461 (b)
  • The landlord returns the deposit with a written statement itemizing any deductions within 14 days after discovering the tenant vacated or abandoned the unit, or after the vacating date the tenant gave notice of; for a seasonal rental that is not a primary residence, within 60 days9 V.S.A. s. 4461 (c)
  • The statement and any payment are hand-delivered or mailed to the tenant's last known address9 V.S.A. s. 4461 (d)
  • Missing the 14 days forfeits the right to keep any of the deposit; a willful failure makes the landlord liable for double the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney's fees and costs9 V.S.A. s. 4461 (e)
  • A town or municipality may adopt a security deposit ordinance that adds to, but does not undercut, these protections9 V.S.A. s. 4461 (g)
  • Without the tenant's consent, the landlord may enter to inspect only between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. and on no less than 48 hours' notice, except for imminent danger9 V.S.A. s. 4460 (b) and (c)
  • The tenant may not deliberately or negligently damage or remove any part of the premises, its fixtures, mechanical systems or furnishings9 V.S.A. s. 4456 (c)

What is in it

  • Entry and hallwaysWalls and ceiling, Floor, Doors and locks, Lights and switches
  • Living and dining areasWalls and ceiling, Floor and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Outlets, lights and switches
  • KitchenStove, oven and range hood, Refrigerator and freezer, Dishwasher, Sink, faucet and drain, Counters and cabinets, Walls, ceiling and floor
  • BedroomsWalls and ceilings, Floors and carpet, Windows, screens and coverings, Closets and doors
  • BathroomsToilet, Tub, shower, grout and caulking, Sink, vanity and mirror, Exhaust fan, Walls, ceiling and floor
  • Laundry and utilityWasher and dryer, Heating, cooling and thermostat, Water heater
  • Safety devicesSmoke alarms tested, Carbon monoxide alarms tested, Fire extinguisher
  • Exterior, parking and storageBalcony, patio or yard, Parking or garage, Storage
  • Keys, fobs and remotesItem, Quantity, Notes

Rules last reviewed October 10, 2026. Read the full Vermont rental inspection report requirements.