Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, particularly relevant for common areas and commercial rentals
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement for disclosure of lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Federal law providing special protections for active military tenants including lease termination rights and eviction protection
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing security deposits, rent payments, late fees, notice requirements, maintenance responsibilities, and eviction procedures
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations setting minimum standards for residential property conditions and maintenance requirements
Rent Control Ordinances: Local laws regulating rent increases and tenant protections in certain jurisdictions
Local Licensing Requirements: Municipal requirements for rental property registration, inspections, and business licensing
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing property use, occupancy limits, and permitted activities in specific areas
Truth in Lending Act: Federal law requiring disclosure of credit terms and costs when financing is involved in the rental agreement
Statute of Frauds: State law requiring certain contracts, including those involving real estate, to be in writing to be enforceable
State Fee Limitations: State-specific restrictions on various fees and penalties that can be charged to tenants
Jurisdictional Disclosures: Required property-related disclosures specific to state and local jurisdictions, such as known hazards or property history
