Lost something in South Burlington? Report it and we'll search for you.
One report connects your loss to the South Burlington Police Department, Burlington International Airport, Green Mountain Transit, local animal rescues, and active community channels. Your report stays active, searching for matches while you move forward.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
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Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in South Burlington
You file your report
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details needed for each local agency and social channel in the South Burlington area.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the South Burlington Police Department, relevant transit terminals, airport lost and found if applicable, animal control and shelters if a pet, and Vermont community groups all at once.
Your report keeps searching
While you handle other things, your report stays active and crosses new posts, found item announcements, and marketplace listings against your description. We alert you the moment a credible match appears.
Where to report a loss in South Burlington
We handle routing for you, but here's what each channel does
South Burlington Police Department
The main place to file a report for lost items within the city. The South Burlington Police Department accepts reports and maintains records that can help reunite you with your loss. We identify the right precinct and help you include the information they need.
Burlington International Airport Lost & Found
If you lost something at the airport, BTV's lost and found office holds items during business hours. They can tell you if your item has been turned in. We ensure your report reaches them so they're actively looking.
Green Mountain Transit (GMT)
Lost something on a bus? GMT's lost and found receives items left on routes serving South Burlington. Items can typically be picked up the next day after 10 AM at the Downtown Transit Center. We route your report to them immediately.
Lost or Found Pet
If you've lost a dog, cat, or other pet in South Burlington, the Humane Society of Chittenden County and local animal control are your quickest path to recovery. They house found animals and can check if yours has been brought in. file a priority lost pet report
South Burlington City Hall
City Hall serves as a local hub for city services and can direct you to the right department if your lost item involves a city facility or property. They can also post notices on city channels.
Community Social Channels
Facebook groups and Reddit threads for lost and found in Vermont and Burlington are active and fast. We post your report to these groups so neighbors see it instantly.
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The sooner you report, the better
Lost items in South Burlington are often turned in within 24 to 48 hours. Once you file with ReportLost, our team notifies all the right local authorities and channels at once, and your report begins its active search. You can focus on other things knowing the process is underway.
Report my lost item →In South Burlington, losing a wallet, phone, ring, or anything else means contacting the police, transit authority, the airport if you were traveling, social media groups, and possibly shelters if it's a pet. Each channel works separately, and each has different hours and procedures. Without a central report, items slip through the cracks and people end up checking Facebook and Nextdoor manually for weeks.
ReportLost simplifies this. File once, and we immediately alert the South Burlington Police Department, Green Mountain Transit, Burlington International Airport, the Humane Society of Chittenden County, and local community channels. Better yet, your single report remains active and continues to match against new found posts and online listings for your entire search period, so you don't have to scour the web yourself every day.
Common places people lose things in South Burlington
No matter the neighborhood, we route your report to the right department
Downtown South Burlington
Shops, restaurants, and services along Market Street and Dorset Street see steady foot traffic. Lost wallets and personal items are often turned in to store managers or police.
Shelburne Road Area
Busy commercial corridor with parking lots, shops, and dining. Items left in vehicles or at storefronts are sometimes reported to nearby businesses first.
Burlington International Airport (South Burlington)
Security checkpoints, gates, and terminals are common loss sites. The airport's dedicated lost and found processes items daily.
Public Transit Routes & Terminals
Buses serving South Burlington and the Downtown Transit Center in Burlington handle dozens of lost items monthly. GMT's next-day pickup window is critical.
Residential & Community Areas
Porches, yards, and neighborhood streets account for lost pets and outdoor items. Local Facebook and community networks help spread the word.
Vermont's active lost & found community
Real people helping real people recover lost items
Statewide Facebook group for lost and found items with 802 area code
Dedicated Facebook community for reuniting lost and found animals across Vermont
Reddit community for Burlington and South Burlington area posts and lost item discussions
Official page with lost and found alerts and community notices
Frequently asked questions about losing items in South Burlington
How long do police and transit keep lost items before disposing of them?
The South Burlington Police Department typically holds items for a reasonable period as part of their lost and found. Green Mountain Transit allows next-day pickup after 10 AM at the Downtown Transit Center, so timing matters. Burlington International Airport maintains lost items during their office hours (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM). Always contact them directly if you've lost something, as holding periods vary.
What if I lost something at the airport or on a plane?
Contact Burlington International Airport's lost and found at (802) 863-2874. If the loss occurred on the aircraft itself or during TSA screening, the airline or TSA may also hold records. We can help you gather and send your report to all three at once.
Where do I claim a found item once it's located?
It depends on where your item was found. Items turned in to South Burlington Police can be claimed at their office (19 Gregory Drive). Items at the airport are held at their lost and found. Transit items go to the Downtown Transit Center. We'll advise you of the exact location once your item is found.
I lost my pet. What's the fastest way to search?
Call the Humane Society of Chittenden County immediately at (802) 862-0135 to report and check if your pet has been brought in. Post to the Vermont Lost & Found Pets Facebook group and r/burlington simultaneously. Filing a priority lost pet report with ReportLost ensures all shelters, animal control, and rescue networks are notified at once and actively searching.
How does ReportLost help if I've already checked Facebook and the police?
ReportLost consolidates your report into one form and sends it to every local agency and channel at once, so you're not managing multiple reports. More importantly, your report stays active for 12 months and automatically cross-references new found posts, marketplace listings, and shelter updates. You don't have to check Facebook every day. We alert you the moment a credible match surfaces.
Is ReportLost official or a replacement for calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service that partners with local authorities and community channels to amplify your lost item report. We are not the police, but we route your information to them and other relevant agencies. Filing with ReportLost does not replace a police report if you believe your loss involved theft or criminal activity. We complement official channels and make sure your report reaches them faster and stays active longer than you could manage alone.
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Ready to find your lost item?
File your report now and we'll connect you with the South Burlington Police Department, local transit, airport services, animal rescues, and community channels all in one go. Your report starts searching for you today.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the South Burlington Police Department, City of South Burlington, Burlington International Airport, Green Mountain Transit, Humane Society of Chittenden County, or any other local authority mentioned. We route reports to these agencies and channels on your behalf, but they operate independently. Always verify the contact information and hours of operation with the official agency directly.