Fair Housing Act: Federal law (Title VIII of Civil Rights Act) prohibiting discrimination in housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal legislation requiring reasonable accommodations and modifications for disabled tenants in rental properties
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 landlord-tenant relationships, including security deposits, maintenance obligations, eviction procedures, and notice requirements
State Property Laws: State-specific legislation covering property rights, obligations, recording requirements, and zoning regulations
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations governing housing standards and requirements specific to municipalities
Local Zoning Ordinances: Municipal regulations controlling land use, building specifications, and property development
Building Codes: Local and state regulations establishing minimum standards for building construction and maintenance
Health and Safety Regulations: Local and state requirements ensuring proper living conditions and safety standards in rental properties
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement mandating written contracts for leases extending beyond one year
Contract Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing contracts, including offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity to contract
Security Deposit Laws: State-specific regulations governing maximum deposit amounts, return timeframes, and interest requirements for security deposits
