Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants in rental properties
Federal Lead Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement for disclosure of lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing security deposits, notice requirements, maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, rent increases, and lease termination
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations setting minimum standards for residential properties and their maintenance
Rent Control Ordinances: Local laws regulating rent increases and tenant protections in specific jurisdictions where applicable
Security Deposit Regulations: State-specific rules governing deposit amounts, holding requirements, and return timeframes
Required Disclosures: State-mandated disclosures regarding property conditions such as mold, asbestos, bed bugs, and other health/safety issues
Utility Regulations: State and local requirements regarding utility responsibilities and billing arrangements between landlords and tenants
Notice Requirements: State-specific rules for notice periods required for property entry, lease termination, and other landlord-tenant communications
Local Registration Requirements: Municipal requirements for rental property registration, licensing, and inspections
