Internal Revenue Code: Federal tax regulations, particularly important if the management company seeks non-profit status
Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing practices and ensuring equal access to housing
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessible design and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities
State Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations governing the formation and operation of corporations
State Property Laws: State-level regulations governing real estate ownership and property rights
State Homeowners Association Laws: State-specific regulations governing the formation and operation of homeowners associations
State Real Estate Laws: State-level regulations governing real estate transactions and management
State Non-Profit Corporation Laws: State-specific regulations for non-profit corporations, if applicable to the management company structure
Municipal Codes: Local government regulations affecting property management and maintenance
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing land use and development restrictions
Building Codes: Local construction and maintenance standards that must be adhered to
Model Business Corporation Act: Standard framework for corporate law as adopted by the relevant state
Articles of Association Requirements: State-specific requirements for the content and structure of Articles of Association
Securities Laws: Regulations governing the issuance and transfer of shares, if applicable
Board Structure Requirements: Legal requirements for corporate governance structure and board composition
Voting Rights Regulations: Rules governing shareholder/member voting rights and procedures
Meeting Requirements: Legal requirements for conducting and documenting corporate meetings
Record-Keeping Obligations: Legal requirements for maintaining corporate records and documentation
Property Maintenance Standards: Requirements for maintaining properties and common areas to legal standards
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage requirements for property management companies
