Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales, particularly Section 8 (fault-based eviction) and Section 21 (no-fault eviction) notices
Housing Act 1996: Legislation providing additional regulations for housing matters including tenancy deposits and social housing provisions
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Fundamental legislation establishing basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including property standards and repair obligations
Deregulation Act 2015: Act introducing additional requirements for Section 21 notices and enhanced tenant protections, including documentation requirements
Coronavirus Act 2020: Recent legislation affecting notice periods and eviction procedures during and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Notice Period Requirements: Specific timing requirements for different types of eviction notices, varying based on grounds for eviction and tenancy type
Deposit Protection Requirements: Legal obligation to protect tenant deposits in an approved scheme and provide prescribed information within 30 days
Property Documentation: Required documents including Energy Performance Certificate, Gas Safety Certificate, and How to Rent Guide that must be provided to tenants
Service Methods: Legal requirements for proper service of eviction notices, including acceptable delivery methods and proof of service
Eviction Grounds: Legal bases for eviction including mandatory grounds (guaranteed possession) and discretionary grounds (court's discretion)
