Fair Housing Act: Federal law that prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodation and modifications for disabled tenants
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement to disclose known information about lead-based paint for properties built before 1978
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal law governing the collection and use of consumer credit information in tenant screening
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights and responsibilities
State Security Deposit Regulations: State laws governing maximum deposit amounts, holding requirements, and return timeframes
State Notice Requirements: State-specific requirements for various notices including entry, termination, and maintenance
State Rent Control Laws: State regulations governing rent increases and rent control policies where applicable
State Habitability Requirements: State-specific standards for maintaining habitable living conditions and property maintenance
State Eviction Procedures: State laws governing the legal process for tenant eviction and required notices
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations setting standards for residential properties and their maintenance
Local Rent Control Ordinances: City or county-specific regulations on rent increases and tenant protections
Local Licensing Requirements: City or county requirements for rental property licensing and inspections
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing property use and occupancy restrictions
URLTA: Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act - model legislation adopted by some states to standardize landlord-tenant law
