Part 8Rectification of the register

Rectification

I180Rectification of the register

1

This section applies where the Keeper becomes aware of a manifest inaccuracy in a title sheet or in the cadastral map.

2

The Keeper must rectify the inaccuracy if what is needed to do so is manifest.

3

Where what is so needed is not manifest, the Keeper must enter a note identifying the inaccuracy in the title sheet or, as the case may be, in the cadastral map.

4

Where the Keeper rectifies an inaccuracy, the Keeper must—

a

include in the archive record a copy of any document which discloses, or contributes to disclosing, the inaccuracy, and

b

give notice of the rectification to any person who appears to the Keeper to be affected by it materially.

5

Land register rules may make provision about—

a

the persons to be notified by the Keeper, and

b

the method by which such notice is to be given.

6

A failure to comply with subsection (4) or with any rules so made does not affect the validity of a rectification under subsection (2).