Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations and accessibility requirements in rental properties where applicable
Federal 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 the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
State Rent Control Regulations: State-level regulations governing rent increases and tenant protections in jurisdictions with rent control
State Security Deposit Laws: State-specific regulations regarding the handling, amount, and return of security deposits
State Notice Requirements: State-mandated requirements for providing notice regarding lease changes, termination, or modifications
State Property Codes: State-specific requirements for property maintenance and habitability standards
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations governing property maintenance, safety, and living conditions
Local Rent Control Ordinances: City or county-specific regulations regarding rent increases and tenant protections
Local Zoning Regulations: Municipal rules governing property use and occupancy requirements
Local Licensing Requirements: City or county-specific requirements for rental property licensing and registration
Original Lease Terms: Existing lease agreement terms that must be referenced and maintained in the extension addendum
Party Identification Requirements: Legal requirements for properly identifying all parties involved in the lease extension
Extension Period Specification: Clear definition of the time period for which the lease is being extended
Lease Modifications: Any changes to the original lease terms that need to be specified in the extension addendum
Rent Adjustment Provisions: Terms specifying any changes in rent amount during the extension period
Signature Requirements: Legal requirements for obtaining valid signatures from all parties involved
Notarization Requirements: State or local requirements for notarizing lease extension documents
