How to Find Land Owners (UK)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Note that there are many reasons why people search for the owners of land: They may be looking to buy a piece of land that is not for sale.

   Or require the consent of a property owner to carry out changes to the land.
   
   Possibly they need to issue court papers on the owners.
   
   Have a boundary issue or want to extend land or garden area.
   
   Considering using the land for pasture.
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   Step 2: Use the internet.

   Start by entering the address or any information that you may have in a search engine.
   
   You can often find the owner this way, and even if you can’t, a search will waste little time and no money.
   
   There are also pay sites, usually based on the information found in official registries, such as whoownsscotland.org.uk or landregistryservices.com. , The easiest way to find out who owns a piece of land is to ask the locals.
   
   Check the local pub or with neighbours. , The local authority or council should have the electoral role information.
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   Step 3: Ask around.

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   Step 4: See if anyone is on the electoral role for the address.

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