LAND REGISTRY COMPLIANT PLANS
The purpose of a Land Registry plan is to illustrate the general ownership outline of a property; however, it is important to note that such plans are not legally definitive documents. A compliant Land Registry plan is a scaled, official drawing that adheres to the specific standards established by HM Land Registry. Despite this compliance, the plan still follows the general boundaries rule, which means the red line marking the property boundary is only an approximate guide rather than an exact demarcation. These plans differ significantly from full topographical surveys - which provide accurate, measured scale drawings - detailing every boundary feature and land characteristic. Typically, Land Registry plans are produced predominantly as a desk-based activity, eliminating the need for a physical site visit. They rely heavily on up-to-date digital information provided by Ordnance Survey and conform strictly to formatting and scaling rules mandated by the Land Registry, ensuring uniformity and consistency across all submissions.
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FAQ’S
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When transferring ownership of any part of your property, it is essential that a Land Registry compliant plan is submitted by your solicitor. These plans must strictly follow the specific guidelines established by the Land Registry, which are mandatory and must be carefully adhered to in order to ensure the accuracy and legality of the transaction.
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Boundary disputes are legal conflicts that arise specifically when the precise locations of property boundaries are uncertain, unclear, or actively contested between parties. Such disputes often require detailed evidence beyond what the standard Title Plan provides in order to reach a resolution. In these cases, we would recommend contacting the Boundary Disputes Mediation Service (BDMS), a collaborative initiative between RICS and the Property Litigation Association. Mediation through BDMS enables all parties involved to retain control over the resolution process, with the goal of reaching a mutually agreeable solution without resorting to costly and time-consuming litigation.
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There are several factors that can influence the overall cost of producing a Land Registry compliant plan; this includes the amount of digital Ordnance Survey information required, as well as whether a physical site visit is necessary to verify certain details or gather additional data. Ordinarily, the production of a Land Registry compliant plan is primarily a desk-based activity, carried out using the most up-to-date and accurate available digital data. In this instance, the final cost will depend largely on the extent of the Ordnance Survey digital information that we need to obtain to ensure compliance. In cases where a site visit is deemed necessary for any reason, such as to confirm boundaries or to assess site features in person, the additional cost for this will be clearly added and outlined at the point of quotation to provide full transparency.
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The time required to produce a Land Registry compliant plan depends largely on whether a site visit is necessary or not. In cases where the task is purely desk-based, we strive to provide a preliminary drawing for you and your solicitor to review and approve, within three working days. After receiving any feedback or requested changes, we can make the necessary adjustments before issuing the final, official plans. However, if a site visit is required to carry out a physical survey of a new boundary, the overall timeframe will be influenced by our current workload and scheduling availability. You will be clearly informed of this expected timeline at the point of quotation.
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