Vermont Repair and deduct

Last reviewed 2026-10-31

Can a tenant fix something and deduct it from rent in Vermont?

If the landlord doesn't fix a minor defect within 30 days of notice, the tenant may repair it and deduct the actual, reasonable cost, up to half of one month's rent.

Verified Source: 9 V.S.A. § 4459 · last checked 2026-10-31

Same topic in neighboring states

Massachusetts repair and deduct
New Hampshire repair and deduct
New York repair and deduct

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