Consumer Rights Act 2015: Primary legislation governing consumer rights, particularly relevant if the client is a consumer rather than a business entity. Covers quality of service, fitness for purpose, and reasonable care and skill requirements.
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Establishes implied terms in contracts for the supply of goods and services, including that work must be carried out with reasonable care and skill.
Construction Act 1996: Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act - Governs construction contracts, payment terms, and provides for adjudication as a dispute resolution method.
Limitation Act 1980: Sets statutory time limits for bringing different types of legal claims, crucial for determining the deadline for making a claim against a builder.
Building Act 1984: Primary legislation governing building works and establishing the framework for Building Regulations in England and Wales.
Building Regulations 2010: Detailed technical requirements for building work, setting standards for design, construction, and alterations to buildings.
Building (Local Authority Charges) Regulations 2010: Governs the charges that local authorities can make for carrying out their building control functions.
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices, including misleading actions or omissions by traders (including builders).
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Sets requirements for information that must be provided to consumers and cancellation rights for contracts made at a distance or off-premises.
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental property law legislation that may be relevant if the building work affects property rights or interests.
Pre-Action Protocol for Construction and Engineering Disputes: Sets out the steps parties should take before commencing court proceedings in construction disputes.
