Virginia Property Compliance
Comprehensive guides to landlord-tenant laws and rental property regulations in Virginia, United States.
🏠Residential Guidelines
Virginia Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (VRLTA): Complete Guide
Comprehensive guide to Virginia's rental laws (VRLTA), covering the 2-month security deposit limit, 10% late fee cap, and new 2025 lease fee disclosures.
Virginia Eviction Process: 5-Day Notices & Diversion Programs
Understand the Virginia eviction process under the VRLTA, including 5-Day Pay or Quit notices, 21/30 cure periods, and the Eviction Diversion Program.
Virginia Late Fees: The Strict 10% Statutory Cap
Virginia mandates a strict 10% cap on residential late fees. Learn the rules against daily compounding fees and the 2025 First-Page lease requirement.
Virginia Lease Requirements: Processing Fees & Early Termination
Review Virginia lease requirements. Discover when you can charge rent processing fees and the new early termination rules for abuse victims (HB 764).
Virginia Maintenance Obligations: Repair Deductions & 72-Hour Notices
Understand Virginia landlord maintenance duties, the 72-hour notice requirement for entry, and the tenant's right to repair and deduct.
Virginia Rent Increase Laws: No Rent Control & 30-Day Notices
Navigate Virginia rent increase laws. While statewide rent control is currently prohibited, learn about notice periods and pending 2025 legislation.
Virginia Required Disclosures: The First-Page Rule & Tenant Rights
Review Virginia's mandatory landlord disclosures under the VRLTA, including the 'First-Page' fee rule, mold disclosures, and the Statement of Tenant Rights.
Virginia Security Deposit Laws: 2-Month Cap & 45-Day Returns
Review Virginia security deposit rules under the VRLTA, including the 2-month maximum limit, damage insurance combinations, and the 45-day return window.
🏢Commercial Property Guidelines
Virginia Commercial Real Estate Laws: Pure Contract & Self-Help
Overview of Virginia commercial landlord-tenant laws. The VRLTA does not apply; discover how common law, self-help, and the lease govern the relationship.
Virginia Commercial Disclosures: Environmental Liabilty & Zoning
Review Virginia commercial property disclosures. Understand the doctrine of caveat emptor, environmental liabilities, and zoning contingencies.
Virginia Commercial Evictions: Unlawful Detainer vs. Self-Help
Navigate the Virginia commercial eviction process. Learn the risks of self-help lockouts and the safety of the Unlawful Detainer judicial process.
Virginia Commercial Late Fees: Uncapped & Compounding Default
Virginia commercial late fees are not subject to the residential 10% cap. Discover how commercial leases impose severe, uncapped default interest.
Virginia Commercial Lease Requirements: SNDAs & Exclusive Use
Discover critical Virginia commercial lease clauses, including personal guaranties, SNDAs, and exclusivity provisions.
Virginia Commercial Maintenance: NNN Leases & Zero Habitability
Understand commercial maintenance in Virginia. The implied warranty of habitability does not exist; NNN leases dominate building maintenance responsibilities.
Virginia Commercial Rent Increases: No Limits & Acceleration Clauses
Virginia commercial rent increases are dictated entirely by the lease. Discover how CAM pass-throughs and 2025 rent acceleration court rulings affect you.
Virginia Commercial Security Deposits: Uncapped & Unregulated
Virginia sets no limits on commercial security deposits and mandates no return deadlines. The lease agreement dictates everything.
Legal Disclaimer
This content is for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Laws change frequently — always verify current regulations and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice specific to your situation. Landager is a property management platform, not a law firm.