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HB 2430

Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; fee disclosure statement.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rae Cousins and 2 co-sponsors

Virginia requires landlords to disclose all rental fees in writing before lease signing, increasing tenant transparency and establishing penalties for non-compliance effective July 1, 2025.

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0567)
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Bill Summary · HB 2430

Legislative bill overview

HB 2430 amends Virginia's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act to require landlords to provide tenants with a detailed written disclosure of all fees, charges, and costs associated with their tenancy before or at lease signing. The bill specifies what must be included in this disclosure statement and establishes penalties for non-compliance.

Why is this important

Many tenants face unexpected fees—including application fees, pet fees, parking charges, and lease renewal costs—that aren't clearly disclosed upfront, making it difficult to compare rental properties or budget accurately. This transparency requirement gives prospective and current tenants clearer information about total rental costs and provides recourse if landlords fail to disclose fees properly.

Potential points of contention

  • Landlord burden: Landlords argue the requirement creates administrative complexity and potential liability if documentation is incomplete or fees change during tenancy
  • Fee definition scope: Disagreement over what qualifies as a "fee" versus normal maintenance costs or utilities could lead to interpretation disputes
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill's penalty structure and who enforces compliance (tenants, courts, or regulatory agencies) may affect practical implementation and landlord incentives to comply

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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