Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and familial status. Requires landlords to provide reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring accessibility standards and accommodation provisions for disabled individuals in residential properties.
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Mandatory federal requirement for properties built before 1978, requiring disclosure and information sharing about potential lead-based paint hazards.
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific legislation governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, notice requirements, and potential rent control regulations.
State Security Deposit Laws: State regulations defining maximum security deposit amounts, return timeframes, and allowable deductions from deposits.
State-Specific Disclosure Requirements: State laws mandating disclosure of specific property conditions such as mold, asbestos, previous deaths or crimes, and natural hazards.
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing health and safety requirements, occupancy limits, and property maintenance standards for residential properties.
Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations governing rental permit requirements and property use restrictions within specific zones or areas.
Local Rent Control Ordinances: City or county-specific regulations that may impose rent increase limitations and special eviction restrictions in certain jurisdictions.
