Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring commercial properties to meet specific accessibility standards and accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Fair Housing Act: Federal legislation prohibiting discrimination in real estate transactions based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status
CERCLA (Superfund): Federal environmental law governing liability for contamination and cleanup of hazardous substances in commercial properties
Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Federal law requiring full disclosure of information to buyers in certain real estate transactions crossing state lines
FIRPTA: Federal tax law requiring withholding of tax on dispositions of U.S. real property interests by foreign persons
State Property Laws: State-specific regulations governing real estate transactions, property rights, and transfer of ownership
State Real Estate Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for real estate professionals involved in commercial property transactions
State Environmental Regulations: State-level environmental protection rules and compliance requirements for commercial properties
State Disclosure Requirements: State-mandated disclosures about property condition, defects, and material facts affecting the property
State Recording Statutes: State laws governing the recording of real estate documents and establishing priority of interests
State Statute of Frauds: State law requiring certain real estate contracts to be in writing to be enforceable
Local Zoning Ordinances: Municipal regulations controlling property use, development, and modifications in specific zones
Local Building Codes: Municipal construction and safety standards that commercial properties must meet
Local Use Restrictions: Municipal regulations limiting or controlling specific uses of commercial properties
Local Property Tax Regulations: Municipal rules governing property tax assessment, collection, and appeals
Historic Preservation Requirements: Local and state regulations protecting historically significant properties and districts
RESPA: Federal law governing real estate settlement processes and associated service fees
Title Insurance Requirements: Legal requirements and industry standards for title insurance in commercial real estate transactions
Survey Requirements: Legal and practical requirements for property surveys in commercial real estate transactions
Due Diligence Period Provisions: Legal framework for the inspection and investigation period in commercial property purchases
Financing Contingencies: Legal provisions relating to obtaining necessary financing for the property purchase
Earnest Money Requirements: Legal framework governing good faith deposits in commercial real estate transactions
Broker Disclosure Requirements: Legal obligations for real estate brokers to disclose their role, relationships, and compensation
Commercial Lease Impact: Legal considerations regarding existing tenant leases and rights in property transactions
