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Vermont Holdover tenants

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

What happens if a tenant stays after the lease ends in Vermont?

If a tenant stays after the rental agreement ends without the landlord's express consent, the landlord may sue for possession, damages and costs.

Verified Source: 9 V.S.A. § 4468 · last checked 2026-10-23

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