Search Information & FAQs
An Official Local Authority Search normally consists of two elements; a search of the Local Land Charges Register (LLC1) and a set of standardised questions devised by the Law Society relating to information relevant to the land/property but not forming part of the Local Land Charges Register (CON29). There are also optional questions devised by the Law Society which can be requested (CON29O).
You can find our further information about Official Local Authority Searches and Property Searches on Land Data's website by clicking the links below:
Do You Require a Plan of the Property/Area to Be Searched When Submitting a Search?
Yes. One copy of the plan is usually required to enable us to verify the property/area being searched is the same as on our records. If the plan provided isn't sufficient then we will contact you.
Where Can I Find a Copy of Your Fees?
Each local authority has different fees. Please visit the About & Contact Us page and click on the relevant local authority for more information.
Can I Submit a Search Using an Alternative Method?
Each local authority has different methods of receipt and processing of searches. Please visit the About & Contact Us page and click on the relevant local authority for more information.
Can I Request a Personal Search?
Please visit the About & Contact Us page and click on the relevant local authority for more information.
What Is an Additional Parcel?
A separate search request should be submitted in respect of each parcel of land except where, for the purposes of a single transaction, a certificate is required in respect of two or more parcels of land which share a common boundary or are separated only by a road, railway, river, stream or canal. In these instances, it is possible to request that the additional parcels are included in the search request on payment of the relevant fee.
Why Does the LLC1 Option Not Appear Sometimes?
Some local authorities have transferred their Local Land Charges Register to HM Land Registry which will usually mean that you will have to submit a search of the Local Land Charges Register (LLC1) through them. You can do this by visiting HM Land Registry's Search for Local Land Charges webpage. If you are unsure how to proceed then please visit the About & Contact Us page and click on the relevant local authority for more information.
Where Can I Find Out Information about Highways?
Leicestershire County Council are responsible for highways within Leicestershire. You can find out information about highways by visiting Leicestershire County Council's Local Authority Searches webpage.
Can You Tell Me Who Owns a Piece of Land or a Property's Boundaries?
We do not hold land ownership or property boundary information. You can find out information about these topics on HM Land Registry's website by clicking the relevant link below:
HM Land Registry - Land Ownership Information
HM Land Registry - Property Boundaries
Where Can I Find Information About Buying or Selling a Home?
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government have released guides to help the general public when both trying to buy and sell a home.