For obtaining a legal opinion on the resale of a vacant site in Bangalore, the following documents are essential:


For obtaining a legal opinion on the resale of a vacant site in Bangalore, the following documents are essential:

1. Title and Ownership Documents
  • Mother/Parent Deed: Complete history of ownership transfers to establish a clear title.
  • Sale Deed/Conveyance Deed: Proof of ownership by the current seller.
  • Khata Certificate & Extract: Confirms the site is registered in the seller's name with the BBMP/BDA.
  • Encumbrance Certificate (EC): Details of any legal or financial encumbrances on the property (obtain for the past 30 years or since the first sale).

2. Property Conversion and Land Use Approvals

  • Conversion Certificate: If the land was converted from agricultural to non-agricultural use.
  • Zoning Certificate: Confirms the site's land use (residential/commercial/industrial).

3. Tax and Dues Clearance Documents

  • Latest Property Tax Receipts: Proof of up-to-date tax payments.
  • Bhoomi RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops): Shows ownership and land classification for non-BBMP/BDA areas.
  • Mutation Register Extract: Confirms the transfer of ownership in revenue records.

4. Layout and Approval Documents

  • Approved Layout Plan: Approval by the relevant authority (BDA, BBMP, BMRDA, or Gram Panchayat).
  • No Objection Certificates (NOCs): From the local authority, electricity board, and water board (if applicable).

5. Encumbrance and Legal Clearances

  • Release Deed: If the property was inherited or jointly owned, showing release from co-owners.
  • Partition Deed: If the land was divided among family members.

6. Utility and Infrastructure Clearances

  • Electricity and Water Connection Documents (if any): To confirm existing infrastructure or dues.

7. Identity Proof of Seller

  • Aadhaar Card/PAN Card: Proof of identity.
  • Address Proof: Utility bill, voter ID, or passport.

Optional Documents (if applicable)

  • General Power of Attorney (GPA)/Special Power of Attorney (SPA): If the transaction is handled by an authorized representative.
  • Legal Heir Certificate: If the land was inherited.
  • Court Orders/Settlement Deeds: For properties involved in legal settlements.

Legal verification of these documents ensures a clear and marketable title, avoiding future disputes.

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