Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessibility standards in construction and development to ensure facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities

Fair Housing Act: Federal legislation prohibiting discrimination in housing developments and requiring certain accessibility features in multifamily housing

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA): Federal law requiring environmental impact assessments for projects with significant environmental effects

Clean Water Act: Federal regulation governing water pollution control and water quality standards in construction projects

Clean Air Act: Federal law regulating air emissions and air quality standards during construction activities

Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal regulations establishing workplace safety standards for construction sites

Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law requiring payment of prevailing wages on federally funded construction projects

State Building Codes: State-specific regulations governing building construction standards and safety requirements

Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations controlling land use, building height, density, and other development parameters

State Environmental Regulations: State-specific environmental protection requirements supplementing federal regulations

State Contractor Licensing: State requirements for contractor qualification, licensing, and registration

Construction Lien Laws: State-specific laws governing mechanics liens and payment security in construction projects

Local Permitting Requirements: Municipal regulations for obtaining necessary construction and development permits

State Labor Laws: State-specific regulations governing employment, wages, and working conditions in construction

International Building Code (IBC): Model building code establishing minimum requirements for building safety and performance

Insurance Requirements: State-mandated insurance coverage for construction projects and contractors

Development Impact Fees: Local charges imposed on new development to fund public infrastructure and services

Historic Preservation Laws: Federal and state regulations protecting historically significant properties and districts

Energy Efficiency Requirements: State and local regulations governing building energy performance and sustainability standards

Storm Water Management Regulations: Requirements for controlling storm water runoff during and after construction

Utility Connection Requirements: Local regulations governing connection to public utilities and infrastructure

Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): State-adopted standards governing commercial transactions including construction contracts

State Contract Law: State-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies

Construction Defect Laws: State-specific regulations governing liability and remedies for construction defects

Warranty Laws: State requirements for construction warranties and guarantees

Alternative Dispute Resolution Laws: State laws governing mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution methods in construction