Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing practices, crucial for residential association management
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled persons in public spaces and facilities
Fair Labor Standards Act: Federal law governing employment matters including minimum wage, overtime, and record-keeping requirements
Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations affecting association operations and management company's tax obligations
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act: Federal law regulating the collection of debts, including association assessments and fees
State Property Laws: State-specific regulations governing property rights, ownership, and management
State Corporate Laws: State-specific regulations governing corporate formation and operation, as associations are typically corporations
State Common Interest Community Acts: State-specific laws regulating planned communities and their management
State Condominium Acts: State-specific laws governing condominium associations and their management
State HOA Acts: State-specific laws regulating homeowners associations and their management
State Real Estate Management Laws: State-specific regulations governing property management activities and licensing
State Licensing Requirements: State-specific requirements for property manager licensing and certification
CAI Guidelines: Professional standards and best practices established by the Community Associations Institute
Municipal Codes: Local government regulations affecting property management and community operations
Zoning Laws: Local regulations governing property use and development within specific zones
Building Codes: Local construction and maintenance standards that must be adhered to in property management
Local Business Licensing: Municipal requirements for business operation permits and licenses
Fiduciary Duties: Legal obligations of trust and responsibility in managing association assets and operations
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage for property management operations and liability protection
Liability Provisions: Legal framework for allocating risk and responsibility between management company and association
