Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status to ensure equal access to housing opportunities
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring accessibility provisions in commercial spaces and reasonable accommodations for disabled persons
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirements for disclosure of lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, and rent control
State Property Laws: State-level regulations governing property rights, obligations, zoning requirements, and building codes
State Security Deposit Laws: State regulations determining maximum deposit amounts, return timeframes, and permitted deductions from security deposits
Municipal Building Codes: Local regulations governing building construction, maintenance, and safety standards
Local Zoning Ordinances: Municipal regulations determining how properties can be used in specific areas
Local Health and Safety Regulations: Municipal requirements for maintaining health and safety standards in rental properties
Local Business Licensing: Municipal requirements for business operations and rental property management
Contract Law Principles: General legal principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts, including offer, acceptance, and consideration
Tort Law: Legal principles governing liability and responsibility for injuries or damages occurring on the rental property
Insurance Requirements: Legal obligations for maintaining appropriate insurance coverage for rental properties
Environmental Regulations: Federal, state, and local environmental protection requirements affecting rental properties
