Vermont Domestic violence early termination

Domestic violence early termination in Vermont

A tenant who reasonably fears imminent harm from abuse, sexual assault or stalking, or who was sexually assaulted on the premises within the past six months, may end the lease without penalty. The tenant must give at least 30 days' written notice plus supporting documentation. Statute text: "Notwithstanding a contrary provision of a rental agreement or of subchapter 2 of this chapter, a protected tenant may terminate a rental agreement pursuant to subsection (b) of this section without penalty or liability if he or she reasonably believes it is necessary to vacate a dwelling unit: (1) based on a fear of imminent harm to any protected tenant due to abuse, sexual assault, or stalking; or (2) if any protected tenant was a victim of sexual assault that occurred on the premises within the six months preceding the date of his or her notice of termination" (9 V.S.A. § 4472).

Verified Source: 9 V.S.A. § 4472 · last checked 2026-10-16