Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Primary planning legislation governing land development and use in England and Wales, setting out the framework for planning permission and control
Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Legislation that reformed the planning system, introducing spatial planning and sustainability requirements
National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF): Sets out government's planning policies for England and how these should be applied in landscape and development projects
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Controls pollution, waste management, and environmental protection measures that must be considered in landscape projects
Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: Principal legislation for protection of wildlife and conservation of nature, affecting how landscape projects handle protected species and habitats
Environment Act 2021: Recent legislation setting targets for environmental protection, biodiversity net gain, and sustainable resource management
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015: Health and safety regulations specific to construction projects, including landscape architecture works
Public Contracts Regulations 2015: Governs procurement procedures for public sector contracts, including landscape architecture services
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety requirements in the UK
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination and equal access considerations in design and implementation of landscape projects
UK General Data Protection Regulation: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data in project documentation and communications
Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990: Special controls for protected buildings and areas that may affect landscape architectural projects
Climate Change Act 2008: Sets framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and addressing climate change in development projects
Building Regulations 2010: Technical standards for design and construction, including aspects relevant to landscape architecture
Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979: Protects archaeological sites and ancient monuments that may be affected by landscape development
