Groundsure CON29M
Groundsure CON29M
Groundsure now produces its own CON29M Mining Search for both residential and commercial property transactions, identifying current and historic mining impact that may affect a property or land transaction. The Groundsure CON29M Official Coal Mining Residential Search is officially accredited by the Law Society and answers all official 11 questions requested in the Law Society’s 2018 guidance notes. The report includes additional information where the land or property falls under the Cheshire Brine Compensation area. The 11 Law Society questions refer to past, present and future underground coal mining; coal mining geology; past, present and future opencast coal mining; coal mining subsidence claims; mine gas emissions; and emergency call-out incidents.
The report includes official licensed Coal Authority data and a comprehensive Coal Search Report Insurance Policy.
| Key Features | Why This Matters |
|---|---|
| Answers all 11 official Law Society CON29M questions plus additional mining insights. | Ensures compliance with legal due diligence in coalfield areas and protects all parties in the transaction. |
| Inclusive mine entry interpretive assessment with Zone of Influence (ZOI) mapping. | Identifies whether nearby mine entries could pose a structural risk—even if outside the standard 20m radius. |
| Licensed data from the Coal Authority interpreted by Groundsure experts. | Combines trusted official records with professional interpretation for actionable guidance. |
| Highlights subsidence claims, mine gas emissions, and emergency callouts. | Provides a rounded picture of historical and potential mining-related hazards. |
| Cheshire Brine Compensation Area alert where relevant. | Flags rare but important compensation eligibility risks in certain parts of Cheshire. |
| OS MasterMap site plan and coal risk map included. | Improves accuracy and clarity, helping users visualise property-specific risks. |
| £100k Coal Search Insurance and £10M PI Insurance included. | Offers full reliance and financial protection for buyers, lenders, and legal professionals. |
| Clear layout with next steps for mine entries and damage scenarios. | Helps keep the transaction moving by outlining exactly what action, if any, is needed. |
| Accepted by all major UK lenders and includes Scotland-specific version if needed. | Supports a wide range of property transactions across England, Wales, and Scotland. |
