Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. Requires reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring accessibility in common areas and reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants in rental properties.
Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement for properties built before 1978, mandating disclosure and information about lead-based paint hazards to tenants.
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing the landlord-tenant relationship, including maintenance obligations, notice requirements, and eviction procedures.
State Security Deposit Laws: State regulations governing maximum deposit amounts, return timeframes, and allowable deductions from security deposits.
State-Specific Disclosure Requirements: Mandatory disclosures required by state law regarding property conditions, including mold, asbestos, flood zones, previous incidents, and utility arrangements.
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing building maintenance standards, occupancy limits, and health and safety requirements for rental properties.
Local Rent Control Ordinances: Municipal regulations governing rent increase limitations and eviction restrictions in specific jurisdictions.
State Consumer Protection Laws: Laws protecting tenants from unfair and deceptive practices, including requirements for contract terms and prohibited clauses in rental agreements.
