Law of Property Act 1925: Primary legislation governing land ownership and transfers in England and Wales. Defines legal estates in land and establishes requirements for written contracts in property transactions.
Land Registration Act 2002: Sets out requirements for registration of property, rules regarding land transfers, and determines priority of interests in land. Essential for ensuring proper documentation and registration of the donation.
Charities Act 2011: Relevant when donation is made to a charitable organization. Specifies requirements for charitable donations, trustees' duties and responsibilities, and particular requirements for land transactions involving charities.
Finance Act 2003: Governs tax implications of property transfers, particularly Stamp Duty Land Tax considerations and related tax obligations in property transactions.
Tax Laws - General: Various tax considerations including Capital Gains Tax implications, Inheritance Tax considerations, and Gift Aid rules where applicable to property donations.
Land Registry Requirements: Specific requirements including Form TR1 for transfer of registered property, registration procedures, and associated Land Registry fees.
Common Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing capacity to make donations, requirements for valid gifts, and the principle of consideration in property transfers.
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Regulatory requirements for due diligence, identity verification, and verification of property source to prevent money laundering through property transactions.
