Guides, industry updates and useful information about Land Registry plans, property boundaries and the registration process.

If you’re seeking information about land or property in England or Wales, the HM Land Registry’s Search for Land and Property Information service is the official and most cost-effective resource. However, as of 9 December 2024, the cost of accessing title registers and title plans has increased from £3 to £7 for electronic copies. This…


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Ever wanted to find a copy of your house plans? The easiest way to find drawings of your house plans the best place to look is your Local Planning Authority (LPA). If it was constructed within the last 20 years then you can search online, later than that you would need to contact them direct…

At Towers Richardson, we specialise in creating a wide range of Land Registry plans, including Land Registry Drainage Plans, which are essential for identifying drainage routes through one or more property boundaries. These plans are a critical resource for property owners, developers, and solicitors who require accurate documentation for property transactions or legal compliance. What…

England & Wales HMLR His Majesty’s Land Registry is a non-ministerial department of HM’s Government, created in 1862 to register the ownership of land and property in England and Wales. It reports to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. Within England and Wales, HMLR responsibilities are to provide: Website English language 0300 006…

Below are various examples on what to send for the different types of plans. Land Registry Compliant Lease Plans If you are unsure on what to send for us to prepare the lease plan then simply follow the steps below. Email your sketch / architectural drawings to us. Obviously, the more information on the sketch…

Key Takeaway T marks indicate which party is responsible for maintaining a boundary feature (such as a fence or wall). The ‘T’ points towards the property whose owner has the maintenance responsibility. Where T marks are shown they indicate boundary structure ownership or responsibility, the side of the T indicating the responsible side of the…

There are various notions that the way a wall or fence is constructed indicates boundaries ownership, for example that the posts and arris rails of a fence are on the owner’s side. There is, however, no legal foundation for such beliefs. Deeds may contain covenants to maintain a wall or fence but on their own,…

Explore a list of useful links for property development, land registration, and architectural projects. This blog post connects you to trusted resources, including Land Registry tools, planning guidance, and professional architectural institutes, helping you stay informed, streamline your processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. HM Land Registry HM Land Registry is the official organisation…