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Virginia Sublease Agreement

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Virginia at a glance: Landlord Consent: Required if specified in lease · Deposit Limit: 2 months' rent · Deposit Return: 45 days after subtenant vacates

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Overview

Sublease Agreements in Virginia

Virginia subleases are governed by the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA).
Key Facts

Virginia Sublease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementVirginia Rule
Landlord ConsentRequired if specified in lease
Deposit Limit2 months' rent
Deposit Return45 days after subtenant vacates
Legal Requirements

Virginia Legal Requirements

  • Security deposit cannot exceed 2 months' rent (Va. Code § 55.1-1226).
Governing Laws

Virginia Governing Laws

Va. Code § 55.1-1226
Security Deposits
Caps deposits and mandates 45-day refund.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Virginia legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Virginia Sublease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deposit limit in Virginia?

Two months' rent.