Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants and accessibility considerations in housing
Federal Privacy Laws: Regulations governing the collection, storage, and protection of tenant personal information
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
State Security Deposit Laws: State regulations regarding the collection, holding, use, and return of security deposits
State Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations protecting tenant privacy and personal information
State Lease Requirements: Specific provisions and formats required by state law for lease agreements and modifications
State Occupancy Laws: Regulations determining the maximum number of occupants allowed in a rental unit
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations governing housing standards, safety requirements, and maintenance obligations
Local Occupancy Limits: City or county-specific restrictions on the number of occupants allowed in a dwelling
Local Registration Requirements: Municipal requirements for registering rental properties or obtaining specific permits
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing property use and occupancy in specific zones or areas
Contract Law Principles: Basic legal principles governing contracts, including consideration, mutual agreement, and enforcement
Privity of Contract: Legal doctrine establishing the relationship and obligations between parties in a contract
Joint and Several Liability: Legal principle determining how multiple tenants are responsible for lease obligations and damages
Documentation Requirements: Legal requirements for written consent, signatures, and notarization in lease modifications
