Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation that defines property rights and interests in land, and addresses legal estates in land. Critical for understanding the basic framework of property rights in England and Wales.
Land Registration Act 2002: Governs the registration of land rights and interests. Essential for determining and documenting rights and interests affecting the land subject to the licence agreement.
Landlord and Tenant Act 1954: While primarily focused on leases, this Act must be considered to ensure the licence agreement doesn't inadvertently create a lease relationship, which would trigger different legal obligations.
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Regulates land use through planning permissions and restrictions. Crucial for ensuring the licensed use complies with planning requirements and permitted land use.
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Sets out environmental obligations and considerations, including waste management requirements that might affect land use activities.
Occupiers' Liability Acts 1957 and 1984: Defines safety obligations and establishes liability framework for both visitors and trespassers on the land. Important for risk management in the licence agreement.
Common Law Principles: Establishes fundamental distinctions between licences and leases, property rights, and contract formation requirements through case law precedents.
Local Planning Regulations: Municipal and regional planning rules that may affect land use and must be considered in the licence terms.
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Relevant when the licensed land use involves workplace activities, setting out safety requirements and obligations for work-related activities.
