Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Core legislation governing business tenancies, particularly Part II which covers security of tenure, procedures for lease renewal and termination, and provisions for contracting out of the Act
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental property law statute establishing basic principles, legal estates and interests in land, and formal requirements for leases
Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995: Governs the enforcement of lease covenants, assignment provisions, guarantees, and addresses privity of contract issues
Regulatory Reform (Business Tenancies) (England and Wales) Order 2003: Modifies aspects of the 1954 Act, particularly regarding procedures for contracting out of security of tenure provisions
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Sets out fundamental safety obligations and workplace requirements that must be considered in commercial premises
Building Act 1984: Establishes building standards and regulations, particularly relevant for alterations and improvements to commercial premises
Equality Act 2010: Mandates disability access requirements and non-discrimination provisions that affect commercial property leases
Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012: Requires Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and sets minimum energy efficiency standards for commercial properties
Code for Leasing Business Premises: Industry best practice guidelines for commercial leases, though not strictly legislation
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Governs planning permission, permitted use, and change of use requirements for commercial properties
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Sets out environmental obligations including waste management and pollution control for commercial premises
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: Establishes fire safety obligations and risk assessment requirements for commercial buildings
