Local authority searches

How to submit local authority searches

Local land charges register

This is a public register which is available free of charge using personal search. To book a personal search appointment, please contact the land charges team.

For an official local authority search the following is required:

  • 1 copy of the plan clearly outlining the area to be searched in red. The plan should show the surrounding roads and properties
  • Form LLC1
  • Form CON29
  • The correct fee

Local Authority Searches can take between 10 and 20 working days to be completed.

Please note that all local authority searches should be submitted electronically.