National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Federal law requiring assessment of environmental impacts for major land use decisions and development projects

Clean Water Act: Federal legislation governing water pollution and quality standards, affecting land use near water bodies

Endangered Species Act: Federal law protecting threatened and endangered species and their habitats, which may restrict land use

Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law ensuring accessibility requirements for public spaces and facilities

Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing-related transactions, including land use for residential purposes

National Historic Preservation Act: Federal law protecting historically significant properties and areas

State Zoning Laws: State-specific regulations determining permitted land uses in different zones or areas

Local Land Use Ordinances: Municipality-specific rules governing how land can be used within the jurisdiction

Building Codes: State and local regulations governing construction standards and requirements

State Environmental Protection Laws: State-specific regulations for environmental conservation and protection

State Property Laws: State-specific legislation governing property rights, transfers, and obligations

Local Planning Regulations: Municipal requirements for development and land use planning

Easement Laws: State and local regulations governing rights of way and access across properties

Water Rights Laws: State-specific regulations governing water usage and rights, particularly important in Western states

Property Tax Regulations: Local and state rules governing property taxation and assessment

Real Estate Transfer Laws: State regulations governing the transfer of real property interests

Recording Requirements: Local and state requirements for documenting and recording land use agreements

Agricultural Protection Laws: State and federal regulations protecting agricultural land use and farming rights

Mineral Rights Laws: State regulations governing subsurface mineral rights and extraction

Deed Restrictions: Private restrictions on land use recorded in property deeds

HOA Regulations: Homeowners Association rules affecting property use within specific communities

Conservation Requirements: Federal, state, and local regulations governing land conservation and preservation

Wetlands Protection: Federal and state regulations protecting wetland areas from development or modification

Flood Zone Regulations: Federal and local requirements for land use in designated flood-prone areas