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Vermont Tenants is a statewide tenant advocacy program run by the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO). The Vermont Landlord Association is a trade association that helps landlords throughout Vermont.

In Vermont there is no cap on how much rent can be increased, however some rent increases over a certain percent increase may be eligible for mediation. Residents have the right to request mediation if their rent increase exceeds the Housing Component of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI), plus one percent.

It's also your landlord's responsibility to ensure: that any furniture provided complies with fire safety regulations. that gas appliances are kept in good order and that an annual safety check is carried out by a recognised engineer. that the electrical system and any electrical appliances supplied are all safe to use ...

Landlords have a legal obligation to rent and maintain premises that are safe, clean and fit for human habitation and which comply with building, housing and health codes and regulations.

If you want to move out, you must give notice. If your rental agreement says how much notice you must give and how you must give it, you must do what the agreement says. The notice must be in writing. Keep a copy for yourself. Mail or hand deliver the notice to your landlord. 9 V.S.A.

Landlords must ensure that each dwelling unit has an adequate heating system and complies with all applicable codes. Landlords must allow tenants the full use and enjoyment of the dwelling unit and must comply with the rental agreement and the law regarding landlord access to the rental unit.