Power to impose charges2
1
A relevant authority may impose a charge in respect of answering enquiries—
a
concerning the discharge of the authority’s functions in relation to land which is, or is proposed to be—
i
the subject of a transaction between third parties, or
ii
offered for sale by a third party; or
b
in connection with a transfer by the authority of any interest in land.
2
Nothing in paragraph (1) above enables charges to be made in respect of enquiries pursuant to the Local Land Charges Act 19752.
3
A charge imposed under this regulation is payable by the person making the enquiry.