Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) in England and Wales, defining core notice requirements and procedural frameworks for different types of tenancies
Tenant Fees Act 2019: Legislation that restricts charges that can be imposed on tenants and impacts notice periods and procedures in residential tenancies
Deregulation Act 2015: Law governing requirements for ending tenancies and providing protection against retaliatory eviction, including specific procedures for notice giving
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation ensuring fairness of terms and transparency requirements in tenancy agreements and related notices
Housing and Planning Act 2016: General tenancy regulations defining rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants, including aspects of notice requirements
Notice Period Requirements: Specific requirements regarding minimum notice periods, which vary depending on tenancy type and circumstances
Format and Delivery Requirements: Legal requirements for the format of the notice and acceptable methods of delivery to ensure validity
Required Content Information: Mandatory information that must be included in the notice to make it legally valid and enforceable
Tenant Obligations During Notice: Continuing responsibilities of the tenant during the notice period, including rent payment and property maintenance
Property Inspection Arrangements: Procedures and requirements for final property inspections and condition assessments
Deposit Return Procedures: Legal framework governing the return of tenant deposits, including timelines and dispute resolution processes
