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: Mandatory disclosure requirements for properties built before 1978, requiring landlords to inform tenants about known lead hazards.
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the landlord-tenant relationship, including maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, and potential rent control regulations.
State Security Deposit Laws: State-level regulations determining maximum security deposit amounts, return timeframes, and permitted deductions from deposits.
State-Specific Disclosure Requirements: Mandatory disclosures varying by state, including mold, asbestos, environmental hazards, previous deaths or crimes on property, and flood zone information.
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing building maintenance standards, occupancy limits, and health and safety requirements for rental properties.
Zoning Laws: Local ordinances governing permitted property uses and occupancy restrictions in specific areas.
Consumer Protection Laws: Regulations protecting tenants' rights as consumers in rental transactions and relationships.
Privacy Laws: Regulations governing the collection, use, and protection of tenant personal information.
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage requirements for rental properties, including liability and property damage coverage.
Utility Regulations: Rules governing utility service responsibilities, billing, and maintenance in rental properties.
Property Management Licensing: Requirements for property manager licensing and certification, where applicable by state or local law.
