Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on protected classes such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants in rental properties
Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement for disclosure of lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing security deposits, notice periods, maintenance obligations, rent increases, and tenant rights
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations setting minimum standards for residential properties and habitability requirements
Rent Control Ordinances: Local laws regulating rent increases and tenant protections in specific jurisdictions
Local Licensing Requirements: Municipal regulations regarding property rental licenses and registration requirements
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing permitted property uses and subletting restrictions in specific zones
Master Lease Compliance: Requirements to ensure sublease agreement doesn't violate terms of the original lease agreement
Landlord Consent Requirements: Provisions regarding necessary approvals from the original landlord for subletting the property
Primary Tenant Liability: Legal obligations and continued responsibility of the primary tenant under the master lease
Subtenant Rights and Obligations: Legal relationship and responsibilities between subtenant and original landlord/primary tenant
