Virginia Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete 2026 guide to Virginia landlord laws — security deposits, eviction process, entry notice, and rent control status.
Landlord Score
5
out of 10
Neutral
Key Law Summary — Virginia
🏦
Security Deposit Max
2 months
📋
Eviction Notice
5 days (pay or quit)
⚡
Avg Eviction Timeline
55 days
🚪
Entry Notice Required
24 hours
💰
Late Fee Cap
10%
⚖
Eviction Filing Fee
$25–$75
🏘️
Rent Control
None
❄️
Winter Eviction Ban
No
✅ Landlord Rights in Virginia
→No rent control
→Can require renters insurance
⚖ Tenant Rights in Virginia
→Habitability
→Repair & deduct
📋 Required Disclosures
✓ Lead paint
✓ Move-in inspection
✓ Mold
⚡ Eviction Timeline — Virginia
1
Serve Notice
5-day notice to pay or quit
2
Wait Period
Allow 5 days for tenant to comply
3
File Complaint
File at court — fee: $25–$75
4
Court Hearing
Attend hearing with documentation
5
Judgment & Writ
Total avg: 55 days start to finish
Local Court Resources
At a Glance
Landlord Score5/10
Eviction Avg55 days
Notice Period5 days
Entry Notice24hr