Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies, including crucial Section 8 (breach of tenancy) and Section 21 (no-fault eviction) notice requirements
Housing Act 1996: Supplementary legislation that amended the Housing Act 1988 and introduced additional requirements for landlords and tenants
Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Legislation protecting tenants from harassment and illegal eviction, setting out criminal offenses for landlords who don't follow proper eviction procedures
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Fundamental legislation setting out landlords' obligations regarding property maintenance and repair
Housing and Planning Act 2016: Modern legislation updating various aspects of housing law including enforcement measures and rogue landlord provisions
Tenancy Classification Requirements: Legal requirement to correctly identify the type of tenancy (AST, Assured Tenancy, Regulated/Protected Tenancy, Common law tenancy, or License agreement) as this affects notice procedures
Notice Service Requirements: Procedural requirements for proper service of notice including timing, format, and delivery method
Deposit Protection Requirements: Legal obligation to protect deposits in an approved scheme and provide prescribed information to tenants before notice can be valid
Safety Documentation Requirements: Legal requirement to provide gas safety certificates, Energy Performance Certificates, and How to Rent guide before notice can be valid
COVID-19 Legislative Modifications: Temporary modifications to notice periods during the pandemic (most now expired but important to verify current status)
