Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales, particularly important for Section 21 and Section 8 notice procedures for ending tenancies
Housing Act 1996: Supplementary legislation that amended the 1988 Act and introduced additional provisions for housing regulation and tenant rights
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Fundamental legislation establishing basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including property maintenance standards
Deregulation Act 2015: Important legislation that introduced additional requirements for serving valid notices and protecting tenants' rights
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Legislation controlling what fees can be charged to tenants and affecting deposit requirements
Deposit Protection Requirements: Legal obligation to protect tenants' deposits in an approved scheme and provide prescribed information within 30 days
HHSRS Compliance: Housing Health and Safety Rating System requirements ensuring property meets minimum safety standards
EPC Requirement: Legal requirement to provide a valid Energy Performance Certificate to tenants before occupation
Gas Safety Certification: Mandatory annual gas safety checks and certification for properties with gas installations
How to Rent Guide: Government-produced document that must be provided to tenants for valid notice service
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory notice periods required for different types of notices, including any temporary modifications due to extraordinary circumstances
Tenancy Type Considerations: Different requirements and procedures based on whether the tenancy is an Assured Shorthold Tenancy or other type
