What to check before buying land
Confirm the title boundary, legal access, rights of way, restrictive covenants and whether utilities can serve the site. Planning history and local planning policy can materially affect what may be built, so check the relevant council records and obtain professional advice.
Planning permission and development potential
A listing may be offered with full permission, outline permission, permitted-development potential or no planning consent. Read the decision notice and approved drawings carefully. Planning status does not replace surveys, ground investigations, drainage checks or an assessment of development viability.
Frequently asked questions
Can I build on any land for sale?
No. Development normally depends on the site designation, planning policy and the permission granted by the local planning authority.
What does land sold subject to planning mean?
It usually means completion or the final price depends on an agreed planning outcome. A solicitor should review the exact contract terms.
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