Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Primary legislation governing planning permission and development control in England and Wales
Building Act 1984: Fundamental legislation controlling building work and setting standards for construction
Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Updates to planning law including sustainable development and spatial planning requirements
Localism Act 2011: Legislation affecting local planning decisions and community involvement in planning processes
Building Regulations 2010: Detailed technical requirements for building work and construction standards
Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010: Regulations governing the approval process and inspection requirements for building work
Party Wall etc. Act 1996: Legislation governing works affecting shared walls, boundaries, and adjacent properties
Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990: Special controls for historic buildings and conservation areas
Local Development Framework: Collection of local planning documents setting out local development policies
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Legislation protecting the environment during construction and development
Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017: Protection of wildlife and habitats during development projects
Land Registry Requirements: Legal requirements for property registration and boundary documentation
Rights of Light: Common law rights protecting access to natural light for neighboring properties
Local Planning Authority Requirements: Specific planning requirements and policies set by the local authority
Tree Preservation Orders: Legal protection for specific trees that must be considered in building permits
