Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Primary legislation defining landlord's repairing obligations (Section 11) and requirements for property fitness for human habitation. Forms the fundamental basis for maintenance responsibilities.
Housing Act 2004: Establishes the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and requirements for HMO licensing. Provides framework for assessing property conditions and necessary maintenance standards.
Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018: Sets current standards for property condition and defines landlord obligations regarding property maintenance. Updates and enhances the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Governs fairness of contract terms and transparency requirements in tenancy agreements, including maintenance provisions.
Deregulation Act 2015: Specifies requirements regarding safety certificates and checks that must be maintained and documented by landlords.
Gas Safety Regulations 1998: Mandates annual gas safety checks and maintenance requirements for gas appliances in rental properties.
Electrical Safety Standards Regulations 2020: Requires regular electrical safety inspections and maintenance of electrical installations in private rented properties.
Energy Performance Regulations 2012: Sets requirements for energy performance certificates and related maintenance standards for rental properties.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Regulations 2015: Mandates installation and maintenance of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in rented properties.
Relevant Case Law: Body of legal precedents regarding maintenance obligations and interpretation of 'reasonable time' for repairs in tenancy contexts.
