Apply for a land information certificate

If you are buying or selling a property, you can get land information certificate from Nillumbik Shire Council for the Section 32 or Contract of Sale. 

A land information certificate provides information including:

  • all current valuations
  • rates – including arrears and interest
  • property debts 
  • orders and notices made under the Local Government Act or the Local Law
  • special charges (if any)
  • flood levels (if any).

Note: anyone can apply for a land information certificate. However, if you are using a legal practitioner or conveyancer, they will apply for you.

Fees

The fee for a land information certificate is $30.60, payable by credit card when you complete the online application.

This amount is correct as of 1 July 2025.

How to apply

Online

Step 1.Register for eServices

If you don't have a Council eServices account, you will need to create one to apply for a land information certificate.

If you already have an eServices account, skip to step 2.

Register for eServices

  • New account registrations are processed within two business days.
  • You will receive an email once your account has been activated.

Step 2.Have your credit card ready

Note we are unable to accept American Express or Diners Club.

Step 3.Log in to eServices

Once you have logged in, select 'Land Information Certificate' by clicking on the icon.

Log in to eServices

Step 4.Complete the online form

You will need to provide your address.

Step 5.After you apply

Your certificate will be emailed to you within three business days.

Certificate updates

To get a certificate update before settlement, contact the Rates team by calling 9433 3111.