Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing land law in England and Wales. Defines estates in land, requirements for land transfers, and sets out requirements for contracts relating to land.
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Section 2 requires contracts for sale of land to be in writing, must incorporate all terms expressly agreed, and must be signed by or on behalf of both parties.
Land Registration Act 2002: Governs the registration of land, sets out requirements for transfers of registered land, and deals with priorities and notices.
Stamp Duty Land Tax Act 2003: Covers the tax implications of land transactions and associated tax obligations.
Land Charges Act 1972: Deals with unregistered land and the registration of certain interests in land.
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs the rights of third parties to enforce contractual terms in land contracts.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Applies when the transaction involves a consumer purchaser, providing additional protections and rights.
Standard Conditions of Sale: Industry standard terms often incorporated into land contracts, providing standardized contractual provisions.
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Sets out due diligence requirements for property transactions to prevent money laundering.
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Key planning legislation affecting land transactions, covering planning permissions and restrictions on land use.
