Montpelier Renter Deposits Increase to $260
From the Montpelier Board of Works and Safety meeting on November 12, 2026
Montpelier approved a $260 utility deposit for renters Nov. 12 and confirmed that the higher amount would begin in January 2027.
The current deposit is $200. The Board of Works discussed amounts between $250 and $300 before approving $260 for renters to pay to the city utility.
The discussion centered on unpaid balances left when account holders move away. The existing deposit no longer covers two minimum monthly bills.
A separate idea would require deposits from new homeowners and credit the money back after a period of good payment history. The board did not act on that proposal.
Source: YouTube transcript — Montpelier - Board of Works Meeting - November 12, 2026 (at 58:00)
Some information may be inaccurate due to video audio quality.
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