Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
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The Form A restriction explained
Form Arestriction
Tenants in commonshared ownership
Second trusteeto sell
Removalin some cases
In short: The wording "No disposition by a sole proprietor of the registered estate (except a trust corporation) under which capital money arises is to be registered unless authorised by an order of the court" is the standard Form A restriction. It means the owners hold as tenants in common, or the property is otherwise held on trust. If only one owner is left, for example after a death, a sale usually needs a second trustee to be appointed so the buyer gets a valid receipt. Your solicitor will handle this. Fraser Bond helps sellers with inherited and jointly owned property.
Selling with a Form A restriction
1
Check the titleConfirm the restriction and owners.
2
Appoint a second trusteeIf only one owner remains.
3
Sign the transferBoth trustees sign.
4
CompleteThe buyer gets a clean title.
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Why is there a Form A restriction?
Usually because owners hold as tenants in common.
Can I sell as the surviving owner?
Usually with a second trustee appointed.
Can it be removed?
In some cases, with evidence. Your solicitor can advise.
