9 V.S.A. § ___ § 4460
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(a) A landlord may enter the dwelling unit with the tenant’s consent, which shall not be unreasonably withheld. (b) A landlord may also enter the dwelling unit for the following purposes between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. on no less than 48 hours’ notice: (1) when necessary to inspect the premises; (2) to make necessary or agreed repairs, alterations, or improvements; (3) to supply agreed services; or (4) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, tenants, workers, or contractors. (c) A landlord may only enter the dwelling unit without consent or notice when the landlord has a reasonable belief that there is imminent danger to any person or to property. (Added 1985, No. 175 (Adj. Sess.), § 1.)
Under 9 V.S.A. ch. 137 § 4460, Vermont law sets out the conditions under which a landlord may enter a rented dwelling unit. Entry with the tenant's consent is always permitted, provided the tenant does not unreasonably withhold that consent. For specific purposes—such as inspections, repairs, showing the unit, or supplying agreed services—a landlord may enter between 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. after giving at least 48 hours' notice. Entry without any notice or consent is reserved for situations where the landlord has a reasonable belief that a person or property faces imminent danger.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under 9 V.S.A. ch. 137 § 4460 generally document the notice they provide to tenants before entering a unit, ensuring that notice is given at least 48 hours in advance and that entry occurs between 9:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. Compliant operators limit unannounced, non-consensual entry strictly to genuine emergencies involving a reasonable belief of imminent danger to a person or property. Keeping clear records of notices, the stated purpose of each entry, and any tenant communications helps demonstrate adherence to the access requirements of this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 4460 of Title 9 of the Vermont Statutes gives tenants the right to at least 48 hours' advance notice before a landlord enters for purposes such as inspections, repairs, or showing the unit, and limits such entries to the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. Tenants who believe a landlord has entered without proper notice or consent outside of a genuine emergency may have grounds to raise that violation in a legal proceeding or to seek guidance from a tenant-rights organization familiar with Vermont law. Documenting any instances of entry—including dates, times, and whether notice was provided—can be useful when exploring options under 9 V.S.A. ch. 137 § 4460.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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