Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured Shorthold Tenancies and the fundamental relationship between landlords and tenants in England and Wales
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Establishes basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including property maintenance standards and repairs
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Governs fairness of terms in tenancy agreements and provides consumer protection for tenants
Housing and Planning Act 2016: Updates to housing law including provisions for rogue landlords and property standards
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Regulates what fees and charges can be legally requested from tenants during termination and throughout tenancy
Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Provides protection for tenants against illegal eviction and harassment
Break Clause Provisions: Contractual terms in the original tenancy agreement that allow for early termination under specific conditions
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory and contractual notice periods that must be observed for early termination
Deposit Protection Requirements: Legal requirements for handling and returning tenant deposits through approved deposit protection schemes
Housing Health and Safety Rating System: Assessment framework for evaluating property conditions during handover and termination
Financial Settlement Terms: Requirements for settling outstanding rent, utilities, and other financial obligations during early termination
Property Inspection Protocol: Procedures for conducting and documenting property condition assessments before termination
Handover Procedures: Required steps for returning keys, documenting meter readings, and transferring property possession
Mutual Release Provisions: Terms that specify how both parties are released from their ongoing obligations under the original tenancy agreement
