West Virginia landlord-tenant law.
Quick-reference on West Virginia residential landlord-tenant rules, primary statute W. Va. Code Chapter 37 Article 6. West Virginia is not yet a full LeaseKit supported state. The rules below are for reference; join the waitlist if you want us to prioritize full templates.
West Virginia rules at a glance.
- Deposit cap
- No statewide cap
- Return deadline
- 60 days with itemization (or 45)
- Late fee cap
- No statewide cap
- Pay-or-quit notice
- 10 days (unlawful detainer)
- Month-to-month termination
- 30 days
- Rent cap
- None
Full West Virginia templates coming.
LeaseKit currently supports 10 states end-to-end. West Virginia is on the roadmap. Join the waitlist to be notified when West Virginia-specific lease, notice, rent increase, and move-out templates launch. Waitlist signups drive our expansion order.
Charleston, Huntington. Local ordinances in major cities can add stricter rules (especially rent control, just-cause eviction, and inspection requirements). Always check the city code in addition to the state statute.
This is a quick reference, not legal advice. West Virginia landlord-tenant law changes year to year. Always verify the current statute text and any local ordinances before relying on this page for a specific dispute. For contested cases, consult a West Virginia-licensed attorney.