27 V.S.A. § ___ § 1365
Violations
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A violation of this subchapter is deemed to be a violation of 9 V.S.A. § 2453, and is subject to all rights, obligations, and penalties provided under 9 V.S.A. chapter 63. (Added 1993, No. 97, § 1.)
Under 27 V.S.A. ch. 15 § 1365, any breach of the residential rental subchapter is treated as a violation of Vermont's Consumer Protection Act (9 V.S.A. § 2453), automatically triggering the full range of remedies, duties, and penalties available under that consumer protection framework (9 V.S.A. chapter 63). This means the conduct is not merely a landlord-tenant matter but rises to the level of an unfair or deceptive trade practice under state law. The provision effectively links housing-specific obligations to Vermont's broader consumer protection enforcement machinery.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Vermont residential rental law should be aware that § 1365 elevates any subchapter violation into a consumer protection matter governed by 9 V.S.A. chapter 63. Compliant operators generally maintain careful records of their rental practices, ensure all disclosures and obligations required by the subchapter are met, and stay current with Vermont Attorney General guidance on consumer protection standards. Because the penalties and remedies under chapter 63 can be substantial, operators commonly conduct periodic internal reviews of their practices against the subchapter's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 1365 of 27 V.S.A. ch. 15 gives tenants access to the full set of rights and remedies under Vermont's Consumer Protection Act when a landlord violates the residential rental subchapter. This can include remedies beyond those typically available in a standard landlord-tenant dispute, such as those provided under 9 V.S.A. chapter 63. Tenants who believe a violation has occurred may consider contacting the Vermont Attorney General's Consumer Assistance Program or a local tenant-rights organization to understand the range of options available to them.
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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