Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Core legislation governing business tenancies in England and Wales, particularly regarding security of tenure provisions and the process of contracting out of these provisions
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation establishing basic principles of property law and requirements for creating legal interests in land in England and Wales
Landlord and Tenant (Covenants) Act 1995: Legislation governing privity of contract and estate, and provisions regarding assignment of leases
Rent Act 1977: Legislation governing residential tenancies, particularly relevant if the sublease involves residential property
Housing Act 1988: Modern framework for residential tenancies, introducing assured and assured shorthold tenancies
Regulatory Reform (Business Tenancies) (England and Wales) Order 2003: Statutory instrument detailing procedures for contracting out of the security of tenure provisions of the 1954 Act
Housing Act 2004: Legislation establishing housing standards and HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupation) regulations for residential properties
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Legislation setting out fundamental repairs and maintenance obligations in tenancies
Landlord and Tenant Act 1987: Legislation governing service charge provisions and rights of first refusal in certain tenancy situations
Head Lease Compliance: Requirement to ensure sublease terms align with and do not breach the superior lease conditions
Planning Law: Regulations governing permitted use and development of property, ensuring compliance with local planning requirements
Building Regulations: Technical standards and requirements for building works and property modifications
Health and Safety Regulations: General health and safety requirements applicable to leased premises
Fire Safety Order 2005: Specific requirements for fire safety in commercial and residential properties
Energy Performance Certificate Requirements: Regulations requiring property energy efficiency assessment and certification before letting
