Property Certificates

What is a Local Government Property Certificate?

A Property certificate is usually sought when a property is being purchased and is requested by a member of the legal profession.

This certificate should only be applied for by the legal profession.

It enables a prospective purchaser to find out if there are any breaches of statutory provisions in relation to the property and if any legal action has been taken or is pending in relation to a number of Council services.

How do I apply for a property certificate?

The quickest and most convenient way of applying for a Local Government Property Certificate is by using the online application on the Council Direct website.

We can also accept hard copy applications.

Please contact your local office for the relevant application form.

What fee is payable?

(a) Certificate for standard 10-year search - £100

(b) Certificate for the extended search (back to October 1973) - £135

(c) Certificate for any specified 10-year period beyond the standard 10-year search as (a) - £100

(d) Follow up 10 year search - £43

If you would like any further information call us on T: 0300 124 5000 and select option 3, or E: building@midandeastantrim.gov.uk