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The local authority search covers local authority issues
relating to the property, and the information is
normally accessible through the local district or county
council.
The local authority
search should protect the buyer from nasty surprises and
checks against plans which might affect the property in
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The Local search should uncover any planning
applications which might affect the property, for
example building a new road, proposed housing
development, changes in land use or rights of way. The
local authority search should provide information
relating to future planning changes, for example future
proposals for re-classification to a conservation area
may make it more difficult to extend a property.
In addition to pending planning applications, the local
authority search will indicate whether there have been any
issue relating to the adoption of roads and pavements
and should inform you issues relating to drainage,
parking provision and street lighting, especially
significant for new homes.
The search can take from a few days to a few weeks, but
can be expedited for an extra fee if you need to fast
track a purchase.
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