TP1 Transfer Plans Explained: Selling Part of Your Property Without the Headache
Selling part of a property - whether it’s a slice of garden, a parking space, or a section of land - sounds simple.
Until you realise the paperwork requires absolute precision.
Enter the TP1 transfer plan.
What Is a TP1?
A TP1 is the form used when transferring part of a registered title. Unlike selling an entire property (which uses a TR1), a TP1 requires a detailed plan showing exactly what land is being transferred.
That plan becomes part of the official title.
And precision matters.
Why Accuracy Is Crucial
HM Land Registry records show “general boundaries.” That means the official title plan is not definitive to the centimetre.
So when land is being carved out of a larger title, the transfer plan must clearly show:
- The transferred land
- Any retained land
- Access routes
- Rights of way or easements
If the plan is unclear, future disputes can arise - especially where access or shared spaces are involved.
Easements: The Bit That Trips People Up
An easement is a right enjoyed over someone else’s land - such as a right of way.
Land Registry guidance makes clear that easements must be correctly registered against all relevant titles.
If a right of access isn’t properly shown or applied to the correct title numbers, it can cause complications years later.
Key tip: A good transfer plan anticipates access and rights issues early, so you avoid surprises later.
A good transfer plan anticipates this and ensures clarity from the outset.
Typical Scenarios
We regularly prepare TP1 plans for:
- Sale of garden land
- Dividing a house into flats
- Transfers between family members
- Boundary realignments
- Development land
Each situation requires slightly different treatment - and that’s where experience helps.
Keeping It Straightforward
Gabrielle’s approach is to:
- Review the solicitor’s instructions
- Confirm the correct scale and format
- Clearly edge transferred and retained land
- Include the appropriate Ordnance Survey base
- Respond promptly to any legal queries
The aim is to make what can feel like a technical process straightforward and well-managed.
In Summary
A TP1 transfer plan isn’t just a drawing. It’s a legal document defining ownership.
Prepared properly, it helps your transaction proceed smoothly and protects you long-term.
If you’re selling part of a property and aren’t sure what’s required, early clarification can save time and stress later.