Can property deeds be computerised to save storing paper documents?

[8till8]

Can I get paper deeds converted into a computerised file so that I can dispose of the paper documents?
Will the registry of deeds do this? I read someplace they are computerising everything

 

[mf1]

No. To every part of that.

The only property that would need no deeds/planning papers would be a property registered in the Property Registration Authority built pre-1963 with no deaths on title. You can get a copy folio from the PRA.

If you have anything other than such a property, then you need paper evidence of title.
If you do not have paper evidence, there is a possibility that you may have pledged the title deeds as security.

mf

 

[8till8]

thanks for that, I'll just have to stick with the document storage option!

 

[nuac]

In time with the extension of compulsory registration all titles will be registered in the PRA - but until then don't shred any original documents of title.

In any case as MF1 mentions supporting documents, declarations and certificates will be in paper form for years yet.