Leasehold Information Bill [HL]

To amend the Land Registration Rules 2003 in relation to registered leasehold estates.

Originating House

House of Lords

Last Updated

19 October 2007

In Plain English

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The Leasehold Information Bill [HL] would change the rules the Land Registry uses to record leasehold properties. It focuses on how information about registered leasehold estates is recorded and managed. The aim is to make leasehold information clearer and more consistent on the land register.

Key Points

It amends the Land Registration Rules 2003 as they apply to registered leasehold estates.
It changes how leasehold information is recorded on the land register to improve consistency and visibility.
It affects leaseholders, freeholders/landlords with registered estates, and the professionals who handle leasehold transactions (solicitors, conveyancers, surveyors).
It is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Lords, with further parliamentary stages to come.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Lords. It will move through the remaining stages (committee, report, third reading) if it progresses to become law.

Who is affected?

Registered leaseholdersFreeholders/landlords with registered leasehold estatesProperty professionals such as solicitors, conveyancers, and surveyors involved in leasehold transactionsStaff and systems at the Land Registry

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