What is a boundary agreement and when is it registered?
Informal or formal boundary deals between neighbours and how they may appear on HM Land Registry title plans or schedules in England and Wales.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 10 min read
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Boundary agreements record the line you will maintain to reduce disputes; registration options depend on tenure, consent, and whether title is registered for the affected parcels.
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