Documents to Review Before Buying Property: Frequently Asked Questions in Chennai

If you are in Chennai, the following is general information on common questions on documents to review before buying property for someone in Chennai.

Before the frequently asked questions

As a general rule, a title review generally traces the chain of ownership through sale deeds and prior conveyance documents, encumbrance certificates, mutation and revenue records, approved building plans and municipal approvals, and property tax receipts.

Frequently asked questions

What documents should I review before buying a property?

Commonly reviewed documents include the chain of sale deeds, an encumbrance certificate, mutation and revenue records, approved building plans, and property tax receipts, alongside a check for any pending litigation.

Relevant forums in Chennai

• The High Court with jurisdiction is the Madras High Court.
• Matters at the district level are generally handled at the Chennai City Civil Court or Small Causes Court.
• The applicable regulator is TNRERA.
• Registration is handled through TNREGINET.

For a fuller explanation, see Registration Is Not the Same as Clear Title, Why a GPA or Agreement to Sell Does Not Transfer Property Title, and Property Title Verification in India: What Due Diligence Covers.

If this touches a situation you are dealing with, you are welcome to discuss it in a consultation.

This page is general information about the law in India and is not legal advice. The position can vary with the facts, so it is worth getting advice on your specific situation.