A complete guide to a TA7 form and how it works, requirements and how to complete it for the purchase of your property. Leasehold Property Documentation Overview Exclusive to Leasehold Transactions: TA7 Form: Integral to the Contract Pack, specific to leasehold properties. Standard Inclusions for All Property Transactions: Draft Contract: The preliminary agreement outlining the terms of sale. TA6 Form: The Seller’s Property Information Form, detailing the property’s condition and history. TA10 Form: The Fittings & Contents Form, specifying items included in the sale. This format emphasizes the distinction between documents exclusive to leasehold properties and those common to all property transactions. It also organizes the information in a clear, easy-to-understand manner.

1. WHAT IS A
TA7 FORM?
A document for requesting property
information in the United Kingdom
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2. DISCLAIMER
• This presentation is for guidance only. None of the
information contained in it should be considered legal
or financial advice.
• For more information, please visit our website at
AskXX.com.
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3. WHY IS THE TA7
FORM
IMPORTANT?
Critical Information for Potential Buyers
The TA7 Form provides potential buyers with critical
information about the property they are interested in,
including details about the property's condition, features,
and amenities.
Avoid Costly Surprises
By completing the TA7 Form, sellers are required to
disclose any known defects or issues with the property.
This information can help buyers avoid costly surprises
and make informed decisions about whether or not to
purchase the property.
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4. WHEN TO
REQUEST A
TA7 FORM?
Requesting a TA7 form as soon
as possible after an offer has
been accepted is important to
avoid any delays further down the
line.
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5. WHAT
INFORMATION IS
INCLUDED IN THE
TA7 FORM?
Building Regulations
The TA7 Form contains information about building regulations, including
any approvals or consents required for the property.
Planning Consents
The TA7 Form contains information about planning consents, including any
planning permissions granted for the property.
Warranties and Guarantees
The TA7 Form may contain information about any warranties or guarantees
on the property, such as those for newly-built homes or appliances.
Disputes
The TA7 Form may contain information about any disputes related to the
property, such as boundary disputes or disputes over planning permissions.
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6. HOW TO
COMPLETE A TA7
FORM?
Who should fill out the TA7 Form?
The seller or the seller's agent should complete the TA7
Form in order to provide accurate and comprehensive
information.
Why is it important to provide accurate information?
Providing accurate and comprehensive information in the
TA7 Form is important to avoid any future disputes.
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7. SECTION 1 -
PROPERTY
INFORMATIO
N
This section requires basic
information about the property,
such as the address, the name
and address of the seller, and the
name and address of the buyer.
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8. SECTION 2 -
BUILDING
REGULATIONS
Building Regulation Approvals
Information and details about building regulation approvals
for the property that have been obtained.
Details on Building Work
Details on building work carried out on the property,
including whether or not it was done with the appropriate
permits.
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9. SECTION 3 -
PLANNING
CONSENTS
Planning consents detail
information about any planning
permissions that have been
granted for building work or
changes to the property. This
section is important to understand
what can be done with the
property and what is not allowed.
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10. SECTION 4 -
WARRANTIES AND
GUARANTEES
Types of Warranties and Guarantees
This section will outline the different types of warranties and guarantees that are
in place for the property, including those for appliances, structural components,
and workmanship.
Duration of Warranties and Guarantees
This section will detail how long the warranties and guarantees are valid for and
what happens when they expire.
Coverage of Warranties and Guarantees
This section will describe what is covered by the warranties and guarantees,
including what repairs or replacements are included and what is excluded.
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11. SECTION 5 -
DISPUTES AND
COMPLAINTS
Disputes and Legal Action
This section requires any information on legal action taken
against the property, including disputes and resolutions.
Complaints to Local Authorities
This section requires information about any complaints
that have been made to local authorities regarding the
property.
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12. COMPLETIN
G THE TA7
FORM -
EXAMPLE
The TA7 Form is a property
information form required by the
Law Society of England and
Wales. This example shows how
each section of the form is
completed and the information
that is included.
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13. SUBMITTING THE
TA7 FORM
Submitting the TA7 Form
Once the TA7 Form has been completed, it should be
returned to the buyer's solicitor or conveyancer.
Review by Solicitor or Conveyancer
The solicitor or conveyancer will review the information
provided in the TA7 Form and advise the buyer on any
issues that need to be addressed.
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14. CONCLUSI
ON
The TA7 Form is a critical
document that provides important
information about a property to
potential buyers. It is important to
carefully review this information
before making an offer on a
property to avoid any costly
surprises in the future.
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