We have a computerised system of
large scale Ordnance Survey maps showing the boundaries of all land
that we own.
Can you tell me whether the land
next to my house 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).
What if I want to know who owns
private property?
Please contact the Land Registry on 01482 223244 to
obtain the relevant enquiry form. 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 may wish to make
enquiries locally with neighbours. Alternatively, if the land is
subject to development proposals, our Development
Control team will be able to provide information on
recent
planning
applications received.
What information do I need to
give you before you can tell me whether the Council owns a
particular property or area of land?
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 the Council owns land nearby, but, for a more precise
answer, a plan showing the exact boundaries of the land can be
submitted by
fax or post.
For land or property with a postal address or which can be
described accurately without a detailed plan, enquiries may be
submitted to Property Services: telephone 01638
719349, email
property@forest-heath.gov.uk.
Is there a charge for this
information?
Not at present. However, dependent upon the future demand for this
service, 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 all necessary details are
provided to us, a telephone response can normally be given
within two working days. In certain cases, depending on the
complexity of land ownership in the area, reference to our deeds
may be required, in which case the enquiry may take longer.
Are there any rooms or
facilities I can hire?
Leisure & Tourism can offer a range of halls and pitches.
At the Council offices in Mildenhall there is a video
conferencing facility which can be hired free of charge to
recognised voluntary organisations, but chargeable to all others.
Please
contact us at
Mildenhall.