What is included in a search?

Normally, lawyers submit an application for an Official Search on form LLC1, and the local authority will search the register and disclose any entries on schedules. The register is updated every day. In almost all cases the search will be accompanied by a questionnaire. Enquiries of Local Authorities (known as form CON29).

A statutory requirement is placed on all Local Authorities within England and Wales to generate, maintain and regularly update a Local Land Charges Register and to provide local searches.

The CON29 form is a contractual document, containing an agreed list of standard enquiries of the local authority in part 1. Optional enquiries that may be asked if they are considered to be relevant , and are in Part 2.