What is a Local Authority Search?

A Local Authority Search is required when a property is up for sale and a purchaser is interested in buying it. A Local Authority Search can be purchased for a Residential property or a Commercial property. A Local Authority Search is usually required by a solicitor but can also be purchased by the party which is interested in buying the property in question. A Local Authority Search contains information which is property specific and details such as Land Charges, Planning Applications, Building Control History and Permitted Developments are provided in a Local Authority Search.

Residential or Commercial?

If the property you require a Local Authority Search completing on is a dwelling such as a flat, house or apartment then a Residential Local Authority Search can be ordered. However, if you are looking to buy a business premises then a Commercial Local Authority Search will be required. A Commercial Local Authority Search can be ordered on factories, units, shops and even piece of land.

Buying a Local Authority Search

You can purchase a Local Authority Search on NLIS by clicking HERE and simply clicking entering a valid post code or by selecting the relevant council from the drop down list. From here you select whether the property you require a Local Authority Search ordering and click next. This page will list the many conveyancing searches which can be purchased but you will be looking to select the top option called ‘Local Authority Search’ and from here you can choose which type of Local Authority Search you require, whether it be Regulated or Council produced.

Need to know more about a Local Authority Search?

If you have any questions regarding a Local Authority Search or if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact NLIS Ltd on 08700 500 820 or you can email search@paliltd.com with any questions you may have. If you require assistance when placing your order please contact us using the details provided above.