West Virginia Standard Residential Lease Agreement

A West Virginia standard residential lease agreement is a one-year contract for renting a property between a landlord and a tenant. The tenant is responsible for paying their monthly rent and complying with the lease’s rules. The landlord is accountable for holding the security deposit and adhering to the lease’s conditions.

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Last updated May 10th, 2024

A West Virginia standard residential lease agreement is a one-year contract for renting a property between a landlord and a tenant. The tenant is responsible for paying their monthly rent and complying with the lease’s rules. The landlord is accountable for holding the security deposit and adhering to the lease’s conditions.

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Disclosures

Lead-Based Paint Disclosure – If the premises are known to have lead paint or were built prior to 1978, then the landlord must provide their tenant with a disclosure. (EPA/HUD Fact Sheet)
Non-Refundable Deposits – If the tenant pays fees that will not be refunded at the termination of the lease, they must be agreed to upon the start of the lease. (§ 37-6A-1(14))

Paying Rent

There is no grace period that is mentioned when the rental payment is past due in West Virginia.

Security Deposit

Maximum Amount – In West Virginia, there is no maximum amount that a landlord may charge for a security deposit.

Returning to Tenant – Tenants must receive their security deposit back within 60 days of the lease end or 45 days if the unit starts a new tenancy, whichever is shorter. (§§ 37-6A-2(a),)

  • Deductions – If there are deductions to the security deposit for damages to the unit, the landlord must provide a written list when they return the deposit back to the renter. (§ 37-6A-2(a))