Frequently asked questions

You should use Form DJP when a property is jointly owned, one of the owners passes away, and you wish to update the title register to reflect the surviving owner(s). It is typically used when the property is held as 'joint tenants', meaning the deceased's share automatically passes to the surviving owner(s).

As 'joint tenants', co-owners have equal rights to the whole property; if one dies, their share automatically passes to the survivor(s) regardless of a will. As 'tenants in common', co-owners own specific shares of the property (e.g., 50/50 or 70/30). If a tenant in common dies, their share does not automatically pass to the survivor, but instead is distributed according to their will or the rules of intestacy.

To successfully process a DJP application, you generally need the completed Form DJP and an official certified copy of the deceased's death certificate. Alternatively, a grant of probate or letters of administration can be used as evidence of death.

Processing times at HM Land Registry can vary depending on current backlogs. A standard DJP application typically takes anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months to be fully processed and for the updated register to be issued.

No, there is no legal requirement to use a solicitor to submit a Form DJP. However, many individuals choose to use a professional service to ensure the forms are completed accurately, preventing delays or rejections by HM Land Registry.

Our fees for handling a DJP application are transparent and competitively priced. Please refer to our pricing page for the most up-to-date schedule of fees, which typically covers the preparation of the application, review of documents, and submission to HM Land Registry.

If the property was held as tenants in common, a Form DJP can still be used to remove the deceased's name from the proprietorship register. However, a 'Form A restriction' will likely remain on the title, requiring two trustees to authorize any future sale or remortgage. Legal advice is often recommended to address the deceased's specific beneficial share.

Yes, individuals are legally permitted to prepare and submit a Form DJP directly to HM Land Registry themselves. Our service is designed to offer convenience, expert review, and peace of mind by managing the administrative burden on your behalf.

An official death certificate is mandatory for a DJP application. If you have lost the original, you can order a certified replacement copy online from the General Register Office (GRO) or the local registry office where the death was registered.

A Title Plan is a map produced by HM Land Registry that illustrates the general boundaries and location of a registered property. The property's extent is typically outlined in red. It does not establish exact legal boundary lines but rather the 'general boundaries'.

An official (certified) copy is guaranteed by HM Land Registry, bears an official watermark, and is admissible in court as legal evidence of the register's contents. An information copy is a standard downloaded version intended for personal reference and is generally not accepted for official legal proceedings.

While an information copy can verify ownership for personal peace of mind, formal situations (such as court proceedings, remortgaging, or formal boundary disputes) usually require an official certified copy of the Title Register.

For most registered properties, digital copies of the Title Register and Title Plan are retrieved instantly and delivered to your email within a few hours of placing an order during standard business hours.

You can order documents for the vast majority of properties in England and Wales, provided they have been registered with HM Land Registry. Currently, over 85% of land and property in these jurisdictions is registered.

Pricing for our Enhanced Title Register Packs, which include additional insights and documentation beyond the standard register, can be found on our pricing page. We offer tiered options depending on the level of detail required.

Restrictive covenants are binding conditions written into a property's title deeds that limit what an owner can do with the land. Common examples include prohibitions on building extensions, operating a business from the property, or keeping certain livestock.

An easement is a legal right to use another person's land for a specific purpose. A common example is a 'right of way', which allows an owner to pass over a neighbor's driveway or path to access their own property. Other easements include rights to run utility pipes or drainage.

The Title Register may not reflect the open-market sale price if the property was transferred at a discount (e.g., between family members), if only a partial share was acquired, or if the property was inherited. It only records the stated financial consideration at the time of the last registered transfer.