Search
This is an application made to find out the ownership details of a property and other interests that have been registered on that property.
The following is a detailed breakdown of what a land search typically reveals.
- The name(s) of the registered owner(s) of the land
- Whether the ownership is held individually, jointly or by a company.
- The title deed number and date of issuance.
Another important information that it reveals is:
- The size of the said piece of land.
- The location of the land including its boundaries and address.
- The type of land title (e.g. absolute title deed (freehold) or lease hold)
When you do a search you will be able to know it that land has:
- Any legal claims or disputes against the land.
- Loans or mortgages registered against the property.
- Caveats or restrictions placed on the land title which may affect its use or sale.
- Any outstanding land rent or other fees.
- You will be in a position to know the previous owners and transactions on the land.
- Information about any changes in ownership or boundaries over time.
- Verify ownership
- Identify encumbrances
- Protects buyers
- Through online platform (Ardhisasa)
- Through manual by visiting local registry office.
