Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996: Key construction legislation covering payment provisions, statutory right to adjudication, and notice requirements for construction contracts
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs third-party rights in contracts and their enforcement capabilities, crucial for development projects involving multiple stakeholders
Building Act 1984: Fundamental legislation governing building works, building regulations compliance, and local authority approval requirements
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Controls land development through planning permission requirements and development restrictions
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Health and safety regulations specifying duties of principal contractors, designers, and other parties in construction projects
Defective Premises Act 1972: Sets standards for workmanship and fitness for habitation in building works
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Mandates environmental considerations and waste management requirements for construction projects
Party Wall etc. Act 1996: Regulates works affecting neighboring properties and associated notice requirements
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Relevant for residential developments, establishing quality standards and consumer protection measures
Building Regulations 2010: Detailed technical requirements for building works ensuring safety, energy efficiency, and accessibility standards
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: Overarching health and safety legislation applicable to construction sites and works
Building Safety Act 2022: Recent legislation introducing new safety requirements and regulatory regime for higher-risk buildings
