West Virginia Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common West Virginia landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (West Virginia Code 37-6). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
No statutory limit
60 days
No statutory requirement
The rule: No statewide deposit limit. The landlord must return the deposit, less itemized deductions, within 60 days after the tenancy ends, or within 45 days after a new tenant moves in if that is sooner; if damage exceeds the deposit and needs a contractor, notice within that period gives 15 more days to itemize (W. Va. Code §§ 37-6A-1, 37-6A-2).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · W. Va. Code §§ 37-6A-1, 37-6A-2
Eviction Notice Requirements
Immediately
Immediately
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to Vacate
30 days notice
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
No statutory requirement
No limit
Additional Regulations
No statewide rent control
No statutory requirement
When to use West Virginia document templates
Use LeaseCraft templates when you need PDF and editable DOCX lease and notice forms built for West Virginia landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.
Common mistakes in West Virginia
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (60 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
West Virginia sets no statewide security deposit limit. The return deadline is 60 days. No statewide deposit limit. The landlord must return the deposit, less itemized deductions, within 60 days after the tenancy ends, or within 45 days after a new tenant moves in if that is sooner; if damage exceeds the deposit and needs a contractor, notice within that period gives 15 more days to itemize (W. Va. Code §§ 37-6A-1, 37-6A-2).
Confirm current rules in West Virginia Code 37-6.
Disclaimer: Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official West Virginia sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-09-27.