West Virginia · Step-by-step guide
How to sign a compliant West Virginia lease.
A practical walkthrough of the six things a West Virginia landlord must get right, in order, before and after signing.
Start My West Virginia Lease →1. Confirm the deposit cap
No statutory cap. Statutory cite: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-1.
2. Set late-fee terms correctly
Must be in lease
3. Plan entry notice
Give at least 24 hours' notice before entering the unit outside an emergency.
4. Give correct termination notice
30 days (month-to-month) for a month-to-month tenancy.
5. Attach every required disclosure
Lead-based paint.
6. Return the deposit on time
60 days (or 45 after new tenant). Statutory cite: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-1.
West Virginia guide FAQs
- What order should a West Virginia landlord follow before signing a lease?
- Confirm the deposit cap, set a compliant late fee, plan entry-notice language, set the correct termination notice, attach every required disclosure, and confirm the deposit-return timeline — in that order.
- Where can I find the full list of West Virginia required disclosures?
- See the full disclosure list on the West Virginia state page, or browse disclosure requirements by topic across all states.