West Virginia Residential Lease Agreement
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West Virginia Legal Requirements
Key WV statutes and obligations that apply to your residential lease agreement.
Requirements
- No statutory cap on security deposit amount; parties negotiate freely under West Virginia Code § 37-6A-1 et seq.
- Landlord must return the security deposit within 45 days after the lease termination date with an itemized list of deductions (W. Va. Code § 37-6A-2)
- Lease must disclose the name and address of the landlord or authorized agent for service of legal notices
Restrictions & Limits
- West Virginia has no statewide rent control; rent increases are governed solely by the lease terms
- Landlords are prohibited from using retaliatory evictions in response to tenant complaints about habitability (W. Va. Code § 37-6-30)
- Self-help eviction measures (lockouts, utility shutoffs) are prohibited — court process is required
Notice Requirements
Nine days' written notice to pay rent or vacate is required before an eviction action may be filed for nonpayment (W. Va. Code § 55-3A-1)
Official Statute References
Primary West Virginia statutes governing this document type.
West Virginia Residential Lease Agreement FAQ
Common questions about residential lease agreements under West Virginia law.
How long does a West Virginia landlord have to return a security deposit?
West Virginia Code § 37-6A-2 requires landlords to return the security deposit within 45 days after the lease ends, along with a written itemized statement of any deductions for damages beyond normal wear and tear.
What notice is required before eviction for nonpayment in West Virginia?
A landlord must serve a written notice giving the tenant at least nine days to pay all unpaid rent or vacate the premises before filing an eviction (unlawful detainer) action under W. Va. Code § 55-3A-1.
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