Certificates of Identity
What Is a Certificate of Identity?
Confirming that a property matches official records
A Certificate of Identity is a formal document that verifies the boundaries, layout, and physical features of a property align with official Land Registry or Ordnance Survey maps. This certification is essential for property sales, refinancing, and legal due diligence, providing clients, solicitors, and lenders with confidence that the property is accurately represented in official records.
What’s Included in a Certificate of Identity
A detailed verification of property boundaries and layout
The service includes a thorough inspection of the property’s boundaries, layout, and physical features, which are then compared against official Land Registry or Ordnance Survey maps. A formal written certificate is issued, confirming that the property matches the official records and highlighting any discrepancies that may require further attention. This provides a clear, reliable reference for sales, refinancing, or legal purposes.
Benefits of a Certificate of Identity
Accurate verification for peace of mind and legal certainty
Confirm property boundaries
Ensures the property’s physical layout matches official Land Registry or Ordnance Survey records.
Supports legal and financial transactions
Provides reassurance for buyers, sellers, solicitors, and lenders during property sales or refinancing.
Identify discrepancies early
Highlights any differences between the property and official records before they become issues.
Peace of Mind
Gives clients confidence that the property is accurately represented in all official documentation.
How It Works
A clear process to verify property boundaries and layout
Once you contact us, we carry out a thorough inspection of the property’s boundaries, layout, and physical features. These are then compared against official Land Registry or Ordnance Survey maps. A formal written certificate is prepared and issued, confirming that the property matches the official records and highlighting any discrepancies that may need further attention. This process provides clients, solicitors, and lenders with confidence and clarity.
What is a Certificate of Identity?
A Certificate of Identity is a formal document confirming that a property’s boundaries, layout, and physical features match official Land Registry or Ordnance Survey maps.
Who typically requests a Certificate of Identity?
Buyers, sellers, solicitors, and lenders often request this certification for property sales, refinancing, or legal due diligence.
Does the service cover all property boundaries?
Yes. The inspection covers all visible and accessible boundaries, layout, and key physical features of the property.
Will I receive a written certificate?
Absolutely. A formal certificate is issued detailing the findings and confirming alignment with official records.
Can the certificate highlight discrepancies?
Yes. Any differences between the property and official records are noted, helping clients address potential issues early.