Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Key legislation defining landlord's repair obligations (Section 11) and requirements for fitness for human habitation (Section 9A). Forms the primary legal basis for repair demands.
Housing Act 2004: Establishes the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and sets fundamental requirements for property standards and safety.
Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018: Modern legislation updating property condition requirements and expanding tenant rights regarding repairs and habitation standards.
Limitation Act 1980: Defines statutory time limits for bringing claims and legal limitations on repair demands, crucial for timing of legal actions.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant when property is managed through letting agents, defining standards of service and consumer protection in housing context.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Addresses property conditions affecting health and environmental standards, particularly relevant for issues like damp or hazardous conditions.
Building Regulations 2010: Sets technical standards for building work and repairs, ensuring works meet required safety and quality standards.
Housing and Planning Act 2016: Outlines additional landlord obligations and establishes civil penalties for non-compliance with housing standards.
