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Virginia Eviction Notice Requirements (2026)
Complete guide to Virginia eviction notice periods, deposit return rules, and recent law changes. Generate a legally appropriate Virginia eviction notice in seconds with RentGuard — free.
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Virginia notice periods
Security deposit rules
45 days after move-out with itemized statement. Penalty for wrongful withholding: actual damages plus 2x deposit in bad faith.
Rent control status
No statewide rent control. Virginia law allows localities to enact rent control only with General Assembly authorization — currently not authorized.
Key Virginia landlord rules
✓Landlord must give 24 hours notice before entering except in emergencies
✓Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (VRLTA) governs most tenancies
✓Mandatory disclosure: landlord must provide copy of VRLTA to tenant at lease signing
✓Tenant may request payment plan for overdue rent — landlord must offer plan in certain circumstances
Recent law changes in Virginia
⚠ HB 1215 (2024): Expanded payment plan requirements for eviction prevention
⚠ SB 588 (2023): Strengthened notice requirements for rent increases
Frequently asked questions — Virginia eviction
How much notice does a landlord have to give in Virginia?+
In Virginia, landlords must give 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy. Month-to-month tenancy without cause.
What is the eviction notice period for nonpayment of rent in Virginia?+
Virginia requires a 5-day notice for nonpayment of rent. Tenant has 5 days to pay. Landlord must offer payment plan if tenant requests and qualifies. Late charges may be included if lease allows.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Virginia?+
45 days after move-out with itemized statement. Penalty for wrongful withholding: actual damages plus 2x deposit in bad faith.
Is there rent control in Virginia?+
No statewide rent control. Virginia law allows localities to enact rent control only with General Assembly authorization — currently not authorized.
How do I evict a tenant in Virginia?+
To evict a tenant in Virginia, serve the appropriate written notice (5 days for nonpayment), wait for the notice period to expire, then file for eviction in your local court if the tenant has not complied. RentGuard can generate the correct Virginia notice form for free.
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