Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996: Primary legislation governing construction contracts in the UK, particularly relevant for payment provisions and definitions of substantial performance
The Scheme for Construction Contracts (England and Wales) Regulations 1998: Supplementary regulations that provide additional provisions where construction contracts don't fully meet HGCRA requirements, including relevant definitions and procedures
Construction Act 2009: Amendment to the HGCRA that updated provisions regarding payment procedures and other aspects of construction contracts
Common Law Case: Hoenig v Isaacs [1952]: Key case law that established principles for what constitutes substantial performance in construction contracts
Contractual Requirements: Specific terms and conditions from standard form contracts (such as JCT or NEC) that may apply to the definition and certification of substantial performance
Practical Completion Criteria: Defined standards and requirements that must be met to achieve practical completion, which is closely related to substantial performance
Inspection Requirements: Legal and contractual requirements for inspection and verification of works before certification of substantial performance
Payment Consequences: Legal implications and payment obligations that arise from certification of substantial performance under English law
