Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies in England and Wales. Contains key provisions for tenancy termination requirements and notice periods.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Crucial legislation for commercial lease terminations. Provides statutory framework for business tenancies and their termination procedures.
Law of Property Act 1925: Contains fundamental property law provisions, including Section 196 which specifies requirements for service of notices in property matters.
Deregulation Act 2015: Updated regulations affecting residential tenancy notice requirements and procedures for ending tenancies.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation ensuring fairness of contractual terms in consumer contracts, including residential tenancy agreements.
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Regulates permissible charges and fees in relation to tenancies, including those related to termination.
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory notice periods varying by tenancy type - typically 2 months for AST, but may vary based on specific circumstances and lease terms.
Break Clause Provisions: Contractual terms within the lease allowing early termination, must be checked for specific requirements and conditions.
Service of Notice Requirements: Legal requirements for proper service of notice, including acceptable methods of delivery and timing requirements as per Section 196 of Law of Property Act 1925.
