Virginia landlord-tenant law
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Security deposit limit | Maximum two months' periodic rent. |
| Deposit return deadline | Itemized written notice plus any amount owed within 45 days after the tenancy ends or the tenant moves out, whichever is later. |
| Notice to enter | Notice of intent to enter, and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency. |
| Rent increase notice | Not yet verified |
| Late fees | Not yet verified |
| Eviction notice (nonpayment) | Not yet verified |
| Rent control / state preemption | Not yet verified |
Details & sources
Security deposit limit
Maximum two months' periodic rent.
Verified Source: Va. Code § 55.1-1226(A) · last checked 2026-10-15
Back to quick facts ↑Deposit return deadline
Itemized written notice plus any amount owed within 45 days after the tenancy ends or the tenant moves out, whichever is later.
Verified Source: Va. Code § 55.1-1226(A) · last checked 2026-10-15
Back to quick facts ↑Notice to enter
Notice of intent to enter, and entry only at reasonable times, except in an emergency. At least 72 hours' notice for routine maintenance the tenant didn't request.
Verified Source: Va. Code § 55.1-1229(A)(4) · last checked 2026-10-15
Back to quick facts ↑Rent increase notice
Not yet verified
Back to quick facts ↑Late fees
Not yet verified
Back to quick facts ↑Eviction notice (nonpayment)
Not yet verified
Back to quick facts ↑Rent control / state preemption
Not yet verified
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