What is a local land charges search?
A search of all the information contained on the local land
charges register (LLCR) and the register of common land, towns and
village greens. We maintain both of these registers.
Why is a local land charges search carried
out?
The searches reveal any legal restrictions or outstanding
charges that might be attached to the property or land such
as enforcement
notices
or tree preservation
orders (TPOs) as well as other information including traffic
schemes and planning issues. If any restrictions do exist, the
next owners will be bound by them.
Which searches are carried out?
There are various different types of local land charges
searches and they reveal a wide range of information relating
to the property including:
- planning decisions
- legal agreements
- traffic and highways
- housing developments
- environmental health
- public rights of way
There are several terms used for the different types of
searches:
- LLC1
- Con 29
- Con 29R
- Con 29O
- LLCR
Who carries out a local land charges
search?
Our official searches currently take one to
three working days and are usually carried out by your
solicitor. However, you can carry out your own search by logging
onto the Oyez Professional Services
website to download official Con29 and LLC1 search
forms.
You can also download, print off and send in a
local land charges search order
form (pdf, Aug 11, 85KB).
Are there any fees and charges for these services?
Yes, there are
fees and charges associated with requesting a search.
Can the local land charges team help with land ownership
enquiries?
Sorry, we are unable to answer enquiries about land ownership.
For information about:
For more information contact our
local land
charges team.
