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Frequently Asked Question - What searches should be done when buying a property?

You should always carry out a local land charges search before buying a property. The search is a series of pattern questions considered to give any potential buyer as much information as possible about the property and is commenced by your local authority.

Searches have two parts submitted using LLCI and CON29 forms. The LLCI search is a search of the Local Land Charges Register. Examples of what it would tell you are if the property is a listed building, if it's in a conservation or smoke control area. It also give you the information about any information like trees on the property which are protected by tree preservation orders.

The CON29 enquiries consist of standard information on local plans for the area, planning decisions affecting the property and if the roads by the property are maintained at the public expense or are private roads. It also tells you any environmental information.

In addition to this local authority search, an environmental search and a separate water drainage search are now required by lenders.

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