Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on protected classes including race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, and national origin
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law mandating accessibility requirements and reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants in rental properties
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal consumer protection law governing the use of credit reports in tenant screening and privacy of personal information
Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Federal law providing special protections and considerations for active military personnel in rental agreements
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, and notice requirements
State Security Deposit Laws: State regulations governing maximum deposit amounts, return deadlines, and allowable deductions from security deposits
State Disclosure Requirements: Mandatory state-specific disclosures regarding lead-based paint, mold, environmental hazards, property history, and utility arrangements
State Rent Control Laws: State and local regulations limiting rent increases and providing specific tenant protections in certain jurisdictions
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing minimum standards for residential properties and habitability requirements
Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations governing property use, occupancy limits, and rental property operations
Building Codes: Local and state regulations establishing safety and construction standards for residential properties
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): Standardized commercial laws affecting certain aspects of rental agreements and business transactions
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies in rental agreements
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts, including those involving real estate, must be in writing to be enforceable
