How do restrictive covenants appear on HM Land Registry titles?

Not every restriction is obvious on a map

Covenants often appear verbatim in the Charges Register. They can limit building form, use, or parking long after the original estate marketing.

Practical buyer steps

Read the words, not only the headings.

Cross-check plans with boundary features and access strips.

Ask about insurance where use restrictions affect occupation or business.

Sellers can reduce friction by surfacing relevant Documents and correspondence once enquiries begin.

Using Property Passport UK

Start from the address on [Property Search](/search). When you own or manage the home, [claim your Property Passport](/claim/start) and upload Documents with clear dates and sources. Browse more explainers in the [Property Guides library](/guides). This article is general information, not legal, tax, mortgage, or survey advice.