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Housing Act 1988: Primary legislation governing residential tenancies in England and Wales, particularly Section 13 which covers rent increases and notice requirements

Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Foundational legislation establishing basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants in residential properties

Rent Act 1977: Historical legislation that may apply to older tenancies, providing specific protections for long-term tenants

Notice Period Requirements: Minimum one month's notice for periodic tenancies; fixed-term tenancies can only have increases if permitted in the agreement; maximum of one increase per year without tenant agreement

Written Form Requirements: Notice must be in writing, specify the proposed new rent amount, and clearly state the date from which the new rent will be payable

Timing Restrictions: Rent cannot be increased during fixed term unless specifically allowed in tenancy agreement; notice period must align with rental payment period

Fair Rent Considerations: Increase must be reasonable and align with current market rates; tenants have the right to challenge excessive increases through the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber)