Building systems
- Heating
- Every dwelling unit must have heating facilities capable of maintaining a room temperature of 65°F (18°C) in all habitable rooms when the outside temperature is less than 55°F
- All fuel-burning appliances must be inspected at least once every two years
- Ventilation
- Every habitable room in a dwelling unit must have ventilation to the outdoors, including at least one window or door that can be opened to the outdoors without tools
- Every bathroom must have ventilation to the outdoors
- All fuel-burning appliances must be vented to the outside of the building
- Lighting/electricity
- Every habitable room in a dwelling unit must contain:
- At least two duplex electrical outlets; or
- One duplex electrical outlet and a light fixture
- Every bathroom and entrance must be adequately lit
- Every habitable room in a dwelling unit must contain:
For more information about what's required, consult the Vermont Rental Housing Code.