Local Land Charge Searches
If you are a potential buyer or seller of a property in North Hertfordshire, then you may well be aware that, as part of the conveyancing process, a search against that property is conducted. Further information can be found on the 'Local Land Charges Information' page.
Local Authority Search
A full Local Authority search is in two parts. The first part of the LLC1 deals with all registerable charges, such as planning agreements, grants, tree preservation orders, and listed buildings.
The second part, the CON 29 deals with issues such as road schemes, planning history and environmental matters. For a full list of Con 29 questions can be found on the information page.
The information given on a search relates only to the property or land identified on the search requested and plan. The Council does not provide information regarding surrounding property or land unless this is specifically requested.
Reasons to use a Local Authority:
- High quality official local land charges searches from definitive records
- Experienced/helpful staff with excellent local knowledge
- Guaranteed turnaround times
- Electronic receipt and return available through the National Land Information Service (NLIS
- No expedition fee
Please see the submission of a search page for application details.
Drainage enquiries
Drainage enquiries are dealt with by:
Anglian Water Authority
Thames Water Authority
Contaminated Land
Any enquiries requiring more information than that provided in response to the CON29 questions3.12 a & b, must be referred to the Environmental Protection Officer (Contaminated Land)
Home Information Packs
From 1st August 2007 if you are selling a residential property you will need a Home Information Pack before you can legally market your property. Both Freehold and Leasehold properties may require a pack. These packs will contain essential information any purchaser will need to know before buying the property, such as a local land charges search, evidence of title and an energy performance certificate. Full details regarding the Home Information Pack, including what the pack should contain and how you can obtain a pack for your property can be found on the Home Information Pack
Personal Searches (Appointments Only)
A personal search is an inspection of the Local Land Charges Register only. It can be carried out by anyone upon payment of the fee. The 'personal search guidelines' page provides application procedures.
Additional Information
Building Control
Contaminated Land
Environmental Health
Highways
Planning
What is the District Land Registry?
When land or property is purchased, the title is registered at the Stevenage District Land Registry. Any queries regarding land ownership should be directed to Stevenage District Land Registry:
The Stevenage District Land Registry
Brickdale House
Swingate
Stevenage
Herts
SG1 1XG
Tel: 01438 788 888
www.landreg.gov.uk
If you would like any further information on Local Land Charges please contact 01462 474220, e-mail land.charges@north-herts.gov.uk 
or write to:
North Hertfordshire District Council
Land Charges
Council Offices
Gernon Road
Letchworth Garden City
Herts SG6 3JF
DX 31317 Letchworth Garden City
