📄 West Virginia Lease Agreement
Free Configurable Residential Lease — West Virginia Compliant
West Virginia Rental Agreement: West Virginia has limited statutory landlord-tenant law. Deposits must be returned within 60 days of move-out with itemized deductions under WV Code § 37-6A-2. Landlords who wrongfully withhold deposits may owe twice the amount withheld.
📅 Lease Term
🏠 Rental Property
👤 Parties
💰 Rent & Payments
Nonpayment Notice (West Virginia): Notice per lease terms (no specific statutory notice for nonpayment).
🔒 Security Deposit
Deposit Limit (West Virginia): 2 months’ rent maximum.
⚡ Utilities
🐾 Pets & Occupants
✨ Required West Virginia Disclosures
The following disclosures are required in West Virginia:
- Lead-based paint (pre-1978)
✏️ Signatures
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This configurable lease agreement is designed specifically for West Virginia landlords and incorporates the key requirements of West Virginia Code Chapter 37, Article 6 (Landlord-Tenant).
Security Deposit Rules
2 months’ rent maximum. West Virginia has limited statutory landlord-tenant law. Deposits must be returned within 60 days of move-out with itemized deductions under WV Code § 37-6A-2. Landlords who wrongfully withhold deposits may owe twice the amount withheld.
Nonpayment of Rent — Notice Requirements
Notice per lease terms (no specific statutory notice for nonpayment). Proper written notice is required before filing for eviction. See the West Virginia eviction notice laws guide for full procedural requirements.
Rent Control Status
No rent control statewide. See West Virginia rent increase laws for current limits and notice requirements.
Required Disclosures at Lease Signing
- Lead-based paint (pre-1978)
Key West Virginia Landlord Resources
For complete landlord-tenant law guidance, see our West Virginia security deposit laws, lease termination laws, landlord entry laws, and tenant screening laws. For professional tenant screening with same-day results, visit our screening services.
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These forms are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. FCRA requirements are complex and strictly enforced — violations carry statutory damages of $100–$1,000 per violation plus actual damages and attorney fees. Fair Housing law prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Apply screening criteria consistently to all applicants. Consult a qualified attorney before making screening decisions. See our editorial standards for accuracy details.
