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Documents to Check Before Buying a Residential Plot
July 23, 2026
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5 min read
Essential legal verification checklist covering Parent Deeds, Mother Deed, Khata Certificate, Encumbrance Certificate (EC), and Layout Approvals.
Buying land is a significant milestone, but ensuring legal clarity requires thorough documentation review. Key documents include: 1. Mother Deed & Title Search report spanning 30 years. 2. Conversion Certificate (DC Conversion) from agricultural to residential status. 3. Sanctioned Plan and Layout Approvals from relevant statutory authorities. 4. Encumbrance Certificate (Form 15) confirming zero legal encumbrances. 5. Latest Property Tax paid receipts and e-Khata registration.