Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law that prohibits discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law governing accessibility requirements in rental properties, particularly in common areas and reasonable accommodations
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, obligations, and procedures
State Rent Control Laws: State-specific regulations governing rent increases and rental rate limitations
State Security Deposit Regulations: State laws governing the handling, amount, and return of security deposits during lease renewals
State Notice Requirements: State-specific requirements for providing notice of lease renewal terms and deadlines
State Lease Term Limitations: State laws regarding maximum and minimum lease terms and renewal periods
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations governing property maintenance, safety standards, and habitability requirements
Local Rent Control Ordinances: City or county-specific regulations on rent increases and tenant protections
Local Zoning Regulations: Municipal rules governing property use and occupancy requirements
City Tenant Rights Ordinances: Local laws providing additional protections and rights to tenants during lease renewals
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that lease modifications and renewals must be in writing to be enforceable
State Addendum Requirements: State-specific rules governing the format, content, and execution of lease addendums
Automatic Renewal Laws: State regulations governing the use and disclosure of automatic lease renewal clauses
Signature Requirements: State and local requirements for document execution, including necessary signatures and potential notarization
