Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law that prohibits discrimination in housing transactions, including lease terminations, based on protected characteristics such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law ensuring that disabled tenants are provided reasonable accommodations, which may affect early termination rights if related to disability
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Federal law providing special lease termination rights for active duty military personnel, allowing them to terminate leases early under certain conditions
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including regulations on lease termination, varying by jurisdiction
State Security Deposit Laws: State-specific regulations governing how security deposits must be handled during early lease termination, including timeframes for return and allowable deductions
State Notice Requirements: State-specific requirements for the minimum notice period and proper form of notice required for early lease termination
State Early Termination Regulations: Specific state laws governing early termination fees, penalties, and circumstances under which early termination is permitted
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations governing housing standards and requirements that may affect the conditions under which a lease can be terminated
Local Rental Regulations: City or county-specific rules governing rental properties, including any specific requirements for lease termination
City Tenant Rights Laws: Municipality-specific laws protecting tenant rights, which may include additional provisions for early lease termination
