TA6 Enquiries Before Contract (Enquiries) primarily provide information to the buyer about which areas?

• A. Boundaries and disputes
• B. Planning permissions
• C. Building safety and environmental issues
• D. All of the above

Answer: (C)

Enquiries Before Contract are designed to uncover information that affects safety, regulatory compliance, and potential liabilities before a binding agreement is made. They aim to reveal issues that could have immediate or ongoing impact on the property’s use and cost, such as building safety concerns and environmental matters. This focus helps the buyer assess risks like dangerous materials, fire and structural safety, damp or mould, energy efficiency, and environmental risks (contamination, flooding, radon, and similar threats), along with any regulatory breaches or notices that could carry costs after purchase. While boundaries or disputes and planning permissions can be relevant, they are typically addressed through title information, plans, and planning search results rather than the Enquiries Before Contract themselves, which is why building safety and environmental issues are identified as the primary areas of focus.