For enquiries about Council land and property ownership, our Land Record (Terrier) is open to public inspection from 9am to 4.45pm at:
Property Services
Lester House
21 Broad Street
Bury
BL9 0AW
Contact the Land Records Service as follows.
Tel: 0161 253 5811/5997 or 5993
Fax: 0161 253 5329
Our land records consist of a computerised system of large scale ordnance survey maps showing the boundaries of all land owned by us.
Also shown are details of all acquisitions and disposals together with leases, lettings, licence easements and rights of way and individual
garage site lettings except
market lettings which are separately managed.
Frequently asked questions
Can you tell me whether a plot of land is Council owned?
Yes, provided the precise location of the land concerned can be accurately described (see below for information we need in order to help you).
Can you tell me who owns private property?
For enquiries about private land and property ownership please contact:
The Land Registry
Lytham St Annes
Tel: 01253 849849
Fax: 01253 840001
Please note that the Land Registry will be unable to assist you if it turns out that the land concerned is unregistered in which case you should make local enquiries with adjoining occupiers or neighbours.
What information is needed from me before you can tell whether a particular property or area of land is in Council ownership or not?
We need to know the boundaries of the land in question and if possible the full postal address. The boundaries are often difficult to describe precisely over the telephone without looking together at a detailed map (which can be arranged for personal visitors). We should be able to tell from a telephone enquiry whether we own land nearby, but for a more precise answer, a plan showing the exact boundaries of the land can be submitted by fax or post (see contact details at the top of the page). Please make sure a contact telephone number is included.
Is there a charge for this information?
Not at present. However, as the future demand for this service is unknown, we may consider introducing a charge to offset the administrative costs.
How long will it take you to find out the information I have requested?
Again, this will be dependent upon demand and also upon the need for a detailed plan to be submitted to us. If the level of enquiries remains manageable, and provided all necessary details have been provided to us, then a telephone response can normally be given within one working day. In certain cases, depending on the complexity of land ownership in the area, reference to our title deeds may be required in which case the enquiry may take longer.
