Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Primary legislation governing the basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including property standards and repair obligations
Housing Act 1988: Key legislation establishing the framework for Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies, including grounds for possession and rent regulation
Housing Act 2004: Legislation covering housing conditions, HMO licensing, and housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS)
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: Legislation primarily dealing with commercial property leases and security of tenure for business tenants
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting consumer rights and regulating unfair terms in tenancy agreements
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Legislation prohibiting most tenant fees and regulating deposits, specifying what charges landlords and agents can legally impose
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting tenants from unfair commercial practices and misleading marketing
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations governing information requirements and cancellation rights in consumer contracts
Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation implementing GDPR requirements for handling personal data of tenants and landlords
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulations requiring due diligence checks and verification of parties involved in property transactions
Energy Performance Certificate Requirements: Legal requirement to provide energy performance information before marketing a property for rent
Immigration Act 2014 (Right to Rent): Legislation requiring landlords to check immigration status and right to rent of all tenants
