Right to Sublet
Vermont state law allows landlords to condition or prohibit subletting as long as it is stated in the terms of a written rental agreement. Tenants may also be required to provide the name and contact information of any sublessee occupying the dwelling.[1]
If the lease is unclear about subleasing, tenants should contact their landlord for more information. When a landlord’s permission to sublet is required, consider using a Landlord Consent Form.
Short-Term (Lodgings) Tax
The Vermont Meals and Rooms Tax applies when a room or other type of lodging is rented for 15 or more days in a calendar year. However, these taxes do not apply if the rental is for 30 or more consecutive days.
Vermont short-term rental taxes:[2]
- 9% State Meals and Rooms Tax
- 1% Local Meals and Rooms Tax (if applicable)
Counties and cities may exercise the option to impose an additional 1% on the Meals and Rooms Tax. The Vermont Department of Taxes offers a list of cities and counties that levy the additional tax.