Land Glossary

Key terms explained simply.

A formal legal notice registered against a land title to warn third parties of an existing interest or dispute.

The legal process of transferring land ownership from the seller to the buyer, typically handled by a qualified advocate.

The comprehensive investigation and verification process carried out before purchasing land to confirm ownership, legality, and risk.

Any registered charge, lien, restriction, or claim against a land title that may affect the owner's ability to sell or transfer.

An official announcement published in the Kenya Gazette by the government, often concerning land acquisition, revocation, or change of use.

An older-style land ownership certificate used in Kenya, typically issued for agricultural land outside major urban centres.

A unique identifier assigned to leasehold land parcels in Kenya, distinguishing them from freehold LR numbers.

A unique identifier assigned to freehold land parcels in Kenya under the Registration of Titles Act.

A general identifier for a specific piece of land, which may take the form of an LR number, IR number, title number, or block/plot reference.

An administrative geographical area used by the Kenya Land Registry to organise and categorise registered land parcels.

The official legal document issued by the government that proves ownership of a specific parcel of land in Kenya.