3

An application must be sent in electronic form using a computer system under the Keeper’s management and control unless—

a

the computer system notifies the applicant who attempts to use it that it is unavailable for a period of 48 hours or longer;

b

the applicant has no computer facilities with access to the internet; or

c

the Keeper is otherwise satisfied that exceptional circumstances make it impractical to do so.

4

In particular, paragraph (3)(c) is met—

a

if the applicant is a natural person who granted the deed, or to whom the deed is granted; and

b

the application is not made by a person who, in connection with the grant, acts as a solicitor or other legal adviser to the person.

5

Where an application must be sent in electronic form, the deed must be—

a

a copy of a writ which is a traditional document submitted under section 6A of the Land Registers (Scotland) Act 18688, or

b

an electronic document9.