Month: November 2021

If you are wondering what to send for a Land Registry plan, this guide sets it out clearly for each plan type. Whether you need a lease plan, title plan, transfer plan or floor plan, we have explained exactly what information and documents we need from you — along with practical tips on preparing your sketch so the process runs as smoothly as possible.

The more information you provide upfront, the more accurate the final plan will be. Below, we cover each plan type individually with examples of what good instructions look like, so you can see exactly what we need before you get in touch.

Quick Summary — What to Send

If you already know which plan type you need, here is a quick reference for what to send for a Land Registry plan of each type.

Each plan type is covered in detail below with examples.

Lease Plans — What to Send

Lease plans require the most detailed information because we need to draw the internal layout of the property accurately. Here is what to send for a lease plan.

What We Need

• A sketch or architectural drawing — showing the internal layout of the property. This can be a hand-drawn sketch, a scan of a rough plan, or a formal architect’s drawing. The more detail you include, the more accurate the final plan will be
• Room dimensions — measure and note the dimensions of every room in metres or millimetres. Include corridors, landings, hallways and stairwells — these are critical for making the plan work proportionally
• Door positions and swings — mark where every door is located and indicate which way it opens (the swing direction)
• Window positions and widths — mark where each window sits and note the approximate width
• The full property address — so we can locate the building on the Ordnance Survey map
• Any specific areas to highlight — if the lease covers only part of a building, let us know which areas are included and which are communal or excluded

Wall Thickness

As a standard, we draw internal walls at 100 mm and external walls at 300 mm. If your property has noticeably thicker walls — for example, a stone-built property or a converted mill — let us know and we can adjust them to give the drawing a more proportional appearance.

Common Issue: The Dimensions Do Not Add Up

One of the most frequent issues we encounter is when a property has been sketched as a simple rectangle, but the room dimensions do not add up across the full width or depth. This is almost always because part of the building is set back from the rest — a bay window, an extension, a porch or an offset wall. Before you send your sketch, walk around the outside of the property and check whether any part of the building projects or recesses from the main footprint. Noting this on your sketch saves time and avoids delays.

Examples

Below are examples of the type of sketches and information we receive for lease plans. These give you an idea of the level of detail that works well.

Title Plans — What to Send

Title plans are more straightforward because they are based on the Ordnance Survey map rather than an internal floor layout. Here is what to send for a title plan.

What We Need

• A sketch, architectural drawing and/or your current title plan — anything that helps us identify the exact extent of the property. If you already have a title plan from HMLR, sending it to us is the quickest starting point
• The full property address — or at least a nearby postcode so we can locate the plot on the Ordnance Survey map
• Title number — if you know it, this helps us cross-reference with the existing register entry
• Any areas requiring different colour shading — if the plan needs to show different areas in different colours (for example, land subject to rights of way or areas with restrictive covenants), let us know. This can also be added later as all amendments are free of charge

Examples

Below are examples of the type of information we receive for title plans.

Transfer Plans — What to Send

A transfer plan shows the land being transferred (sold) and the land being retained, so we need to know exactly where the split falls. Here is what to send for a transfer plan.

What We Need

• A copy of your current title plan — this shows the existing registered boundary and is the starting point for the transfer plan
• A sketch or annotation showing the area being transferred — mark on a copy of the title plan (or a separate sketch) where the new boundary falls. The clearer this is, the quicker we can prepare the plan
• Any areas requiring different colour shading — transferred land is edged red, retained land is edged blue, and rights of way or easements are shown in other colours. Let us know if there are any access rights, drainage easements or shared areas that need to be included. This can also be added later as all amendments are free
• The full property address and title number — so we can cross-reference with the existing register

Examples

Below are examples of the type of information we receive for transfer plans.

Site Plans — What to Send

Site plans show the layout of a property or development in relation to its surroundings. The requirements are similar to lease plans in terms of detail. Here is what to send for a site plan.

What We Need

• A sketch or architectural drawings — showing the internal layout and the building’s position on the site
• Room dimensions — all rooms measured in metres or millimetres, including corridors, landings and hallways
• Door positions and swings — the location and opening direction of every door
• Window positions and widths — the location and approximate width of each window
• The full property address — so we can position the building correctly on the OS map
• Any external features — driveways, parking areas, outbuildings, fences or boundary walls that need to be shown

The same advice about wall thickness and checking the external footprint applies here — see the tips section below for a reminder.

Examples

Floor Plans — What to Send

Floor plans show the internal layout of a property and are used for a variety of purposes, from property marketing to HMO licensing. The information we need is the same as for lease plans and site plans.

What We Need

• A sketch or architectural drawings — showing the layout of each floor
• Room dimensions — every room measured in metres or millimetres, including all corridors, landings and hallways
• Door positions and swings — location and opening direction
• Window positions and widths — location and approximate width
• The full property address
• Number of floors — let us know if there is a basement, ground floor, upper floors or loft conversion, so we can prepare a plan for each level

The same practical tips about wall thickness and checking the external footprint apply — see below.

Tips for Preparing Your Sketch

You do not need to be an artist to send us a useful sketch. A rough hand-drawn plan with the right information is all we need. Here are our tips for getting the best results.

• Measure every room — do not estimate. Use a tape measure or laser measure and note each dimension clearly in metres or millimetres
• Include corridors and hallways — these are often overlooked but are critical for making the plan fit together accurately
• Mark every door and its swing — a small arc showing which way the door opens is very helpful
• Note window positions and rough widths — even approximate widths help us draw a proportional plan
• Walk around the outside — check whether any part of the building steps in or out from the main footprint. Extensions, bay windows, porches and recessed sections are the most common cause of dimensions not adding up
• Label each room — kitchen, bedroom 1, bathroom, etc. This helps us check the plan makes sense
• Note any unusual wall thicknesses — we draw internal walls at 100 mm and external walls at 300 mm as standard. If your property has significantly thicker walls (stone buildings, converted barns, older properties), let us know
• Send separate sketches for each floor — if the property has more than one level, a separate sketch for each floor is clearer than trying to fit everything on one page

Our Process From Start to Finish

Once you know what to send for a Land Registry plan, the process itself is straightforward. Here is how it works from start to finish.

1. You Send Us Your Information

Email your sketch, drawings and any supporting documents to info@towers-richardson.co.uk. Include the property address and let us know what type of plan you need.

2. We Check and Quote

We review what you have sent. If we need any additional information, we will let you know straight away. We reply with a fixed-price quote — usually within 1 hour during business hours.

3. We Prepare the Plan

Once you approve the quote, we prepare the plan using licensed Ordnance Survey data and professional CAD software. Every plan is checked against Practice Guide 40 before delivery.

4. We Send the Plan for Your Approval

We email the completed plan to you within 24 hours, usually as a high-resolution PDF. You review it and let us know if anything needs changing.

5. Amendments Are Free

If anything needs adjusting — a room label, a boundary position, additional colouring — all amendments are free of charge. We continue amending until you are completely happy with the plan.

How Towers Richardson Can Help

Now you know what to send for a Land Registry plan, getting started is simple. Towers Richardson has been preparing compliant plans for solicitors, developers, estate agents and homeowners across England and Wales since 1994.

• 100% HMLR acceptance rate — every plan checked against Practice Guide 40
• Licensed Ordnance Survey data — we work directly with current OS MasterMap
• 30+ years of specialist experience — preparing plans since 1994
• 24-hour turnaround — most plans delivered within one working day
• Free amendments — we amend until you are happy, at no extra cost
• 1-hour quotes — we respond to new enquiries within 1 hour during business hours
• Nationwide coverage — serving clients across England and Wales
• Fixed-price quotes from £115 — no hidden fees

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Send Us Your Plan?

Now you know what to send for a Land Registry plan, getting your quote is simple. Email us your sketch, drawings or title plan and we will reply with a fixed-price quote within 1 hour.

We work with solicitors, developers, estate agents and property professionals across England and Wales.

Get in touch today:

📧 info@towers-richardson.co.uk
📞 01226 885040
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Or request a free quote online — we respond within 1 hour during business hours.