Steps to registering community land

Step 1: Community Registration

  • Hold public meetings to pass a resolution.
  • Submit Form CLA 3 (Application for Registration) signed by 15+ members.
    Step 2: Public Meeting Notice
  • The Registrar publishes notices in newspapers, radio, and local offices.
    Step 3: Elect the CLMC
  • Members (7–15) are elected via secret ballot. Submit Form CLA 2 for committee changes.
    Step 4: Land Registration
  • CLMC submits Form CLA 1 (Claim Application) with maps and governance documents.
  • Receive Form CLA 4 (Certificate of Registration) upon approval.

Download Form CLA 1, Form CLA 2, Form CLA 3, Form CLA 4 and Form CLA 8.

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