When buying land, the completion pack is a crucial set you should receive from the seller to affect the transfer of the title to your name. . These documents serve as proof that due process was followed. . Here’s a detailed look at what you can expect to find in a completion pack:
- Franked Sale Agreement.
The first document in the completion pack is a copy of the signed sale agreement. The agreement should be registered with the Attorney General’s Chamber. Registering this document makes it admissible in a court in case of a dispute.
- Original Title Deed.
The original title deed must be included in the completion pack.
- Duly Signed Transfer Forms.
The completion pack also contains duly signed transfer documents in triplicate, favouring the purchaser. These government-issued forms must be filled out with the transferor and transferee’s details, including passport photos.
- A Certified Registration Certificate .
If you are buying from a company, they should include their Certificate of Registration that has been verified by a licensed lawyer. This document proves the selling company’s legal status.
- A Certified KRA PIN Certificate.
The seller’s KRA PIN certificate, certified by a lawyer, is also part of the completion pack. If purchasing from a company, then a certified company of the company’s KRA PIN.
- Certified Identification Documents.
When buying from an Individual, you should receive certified copies of the seller’s national identity card. If buying from a company, you should receive a certified copy of the director’s national identity Card as well as a certified KRA PIN certificate. These documents verify the identities of the involved parties.
- Original Land Control Board Application and Consent.
The original land control board application for consent and the given consent to transfer are critical documents. They are necessary for the transfer of ownership to the buyer.
- Vendor’s Board Resolution.
If you are buying from a company, they should include a board resolution that clearly states that they resolved to sell the property to you. The property must be referenced by location and title number, and the buyer must be referenced by full name and ID number. This resolution confirms the company’s decision to sell the specific title and is necessary for corporate governance compliance.
- Certified Mutation Form.
A certified copy of the mutation form produced by the survey department should be included. This form details the subdivision of the mother parcel and is essential for locating the specific land parcel being transferred. The district surveyor stamps the form to certify the copy.
- Registry Index Map (RIM) — BONUS ITEM!
The final document in the completion pack is the Registry Index Map (RIM). Though it is not necessary to affect the transfer of the title deed to the new owner, it is important as it proves that the parcel of land exists within the boundaries of Kenya’s sovereign land. It is a crucial reference for the land’s exact location and legal status.
A completion pack is essential for ensuring the legal transfer of property. It contains all necessary documents to prove all legal requirements have been met.
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