Introduction
Title plans (not to be confused with lease plans) are an essential part of the land registration process in England and Wales. They provide a graphical representation of a property's boundaries and any other features that are relevant to the property's title, such as easements, covenants, or rights of way. Title plans are used by the Land Registry to record the ownership of land and property, and they can be used to prove ownership of property, resolve disputes, and obtain planning permission.
Do you need a Land Registry compliant Title Plan?
What is a Title Plan
A title plan is a graphical representation of a property's boundaries and any other features that are relevant to the property's title, such as easements, covenants, or rights of way. Title plans are used by the Land Registry to record the ownership of land and property in England and Wales.
Why do I need a Title Plan?
There are a number of reasons why you might need a title plan. For example, you may need a title plan if you are:
- Buying or selling a property
- Applying for a mortgage
- Applying for planning permission
- Dividing property into two or more plots
- Registering a property with the Land Registry
Title plans can also be helpful if you are involved in a dispute over land ownership. A title plan can provide evidence of the boundaries of your property and any other relevant features.
When do I need a Title Plan?
The Land Registry requires a title plan in a number of situations, including:
- When you are registering a property for the first time
- When you are transferring ownership of a property
- When you are dividing a property into two or more plots
- When you are applying for planning permission
In some cases, the Land Registry may accept a plan that is not compliant with their standards. However, it is always best to submit a plan that meets the Land Registry's requirements. This will help to ensure that your application is processed quickly and smoothly. Learn more information on Land Registry compliant plans.
Where can I get a Title Plan
Right here, we can supply you with a Land Registry compliant plan to accompany your submission, contact us today for a free quote or use our instant quote feature below.
Land Registry practice guides
All of our Land Registry compliant plans conform to the practice guides outlined on the Gov.uk website
Final Thoughts
Title plans are an important part of the land registration process in England and Wales. They can be used to prove ownership of property, resolve disputes, and obtain planning permission. If you are buying, selling, or developing property, it is important to make sure that you have a title plan that meets the Land Registry's requirements.
Here are some additional tips for getting a compliant title plan:
- Use a surveyor (such as Harpr Surveyors) to prepare your title plan.
- Make sure the plan is drawn to scale and is accurate.
- Include all relevant features, such as boundaries, easements, and covenants.
- Label the plan clearly and legibly.
- Ensure the plan conforms to the practice guides
By following these tips, you can ensure that your title plan is compliant with the Land Registry's requirements and that it will be accepted for registration.
Would you like more information?
Take a look at our dedicated Land Registry compliant plans page.
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We are selling three out of our 12 3/4 acre land. We have been advised by our solicitor to employ a land registered compliant surveyor to map this three acres out . We are in Somersham, Cambridgeshire. Thank you.
Hi Anita, I have sent you an email regarding your enquiry. Many thanks, Harrison
On a title plan supplied by the LR
An easement is defined by a yellow section travelling the length of a house with a right angle into a garden. Is the yellow area the definitive extent of the easement. The right angle leading to the garden has been built across, I believe this is abandonment. Please advise.
Hi Ludvik, we are not solicitors but I can give you some general guidance about how easements and Land Registry title plans are usually interpreted. The yellow shading would be intended to show the extent of the easement as defined in the register. However, the plan should always be read together with the wording of the easement in the Title Register (the written deed/entry). The plan alone is rarely definitive – the register wording is the primary authority.
Hi, we are requiring some help with regards to mapping out our legal boundaries to our property.
We believe our neighbours fence is located on our land.
Kind regards Gill
Good morning Gill, I have emailed you some information regarding what we can offer. Many thanks, Harpr Surveyors.