Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies, including fundamental requirements for tenant eviction and notice periods
Housing Act 1996: Contains important amendments to the 1988 Act, modifying various aspects of tenant rights and landlord obligations
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Sets out basic rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants, including property maintenance and repair obligations
Protection from Eviction Act 1977: Provides protection for tenants against illegal eviction and harassment, making it a criminal offense to evict without proper legal process
Deregulation Act 2015: Introduced additional requirements for Section 21 notices and deposit protection, affecting how landlords can end tenancies
Coronavirus Act 2020: Implemented temporary changes to notice periods and eviction procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Regulates what fees landlords and letting agents can charge tenants, affecting the financial aspects of tenancy termination
Renters Reform Bill: Pending legislation that may affect future tenancy termination procedures and tenant rights
Tenancy Type Consideration: Assessment of whether the tenancy is Assured Shorthold, Assured, or other type, as this affects the notice requirements
Term Status Consideration: Evaluation of whether the tenancy is fixed-term or periodic, which impacts the timing and type of notice required
Notice Period Requirements: Legal requirements for minimum notice periods based on tenancy type and circumstances
Form Requirements: Specific legal requirements regarding the format and content of the notice
Service Requirements: Legal requirements for proper service of the notice to the tenant
Deposit Protection Compliance: Verification of compliance with tenant deposit protection schemes and regulations
Section 8/21 Compliance: Requirements specific to Section 8 or Section 21 notices if applicable to the termination
