Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Fundamental legislation governing property contracts and requirements for contracts to be in writing

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third parties may enforce terms of a contract and their rights

Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996: Key legislation for construction contracts, including payment provisions and dispute resolution

Construction Act 2009: Updates and amendments to the 1996 Act, particularly regarding payment mechanisms and adjudication

Building Act 1984: Regulates building work and sets standards for construction

Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Provides for statutory interest on late payments in commercial transactions

Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT obligations and requirements in commercial transactions

Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Primary planning legislation controlling land development and use

Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004: Updates planning system and requirements for development

Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010: Governs charges which local authorities can impose on new developments

UK GDPR: Regulates the processing and handling of personal data

Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection requirements alongside UK GDPR

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights in contracts and services (if applicable to the development)

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices in business-to-consumer transactions

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Implies terms about quality and fitness for purpose in contracts for goods and services