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How to Make a Boundary Survey

Boundary surveys are carried out whenever there is doubt about the exact boundary lines and position of the corners of a piece of land or property. They also reveal any unauthorized encroachments onto that land and the extent of any easements such as utility lines. This survey is an important part of the process when buying a property of almost any type as it correctly establishes, or confirms, the legal limits of the property. They should also be carried out before major improvements or building work is undertaken on a property to avoid the chance of future legal disputes. While you can carry out your own boundary survey to get an accurate picture of the property, this survey must be performed by a qualified surveyor to be legally binding.

Things You'll Need

  • Access to historical records
  • Laser measuring device
  • Posts or markers
  • Existing plans of site
  • Notebook
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Instructions

  1. Conducting a Boundary Survey

    • 1

      Examine all the historical records relating to previous purchases involving both the property itself and any lands surrounding it. This search will include the registry of deeds and may also include the registry of probate, town offices, local historical associations, department of transportation and the county commissioners offices.

    • 2

      Establish a control network of points on the site itself, called a traverse. Use this to search for and establish evidence of existing monuments or markers for the corners and boundaries of the site. If existing monuments are underground or missing, put new markers or posts in place to show the boundary lines and corners.

    • 3

      Take exact measurements on the site and match them with the records and plans to ensure markers are placed accurately.

    • 4

      Compare the results of your filed work and the position of any existing monuments or markers found on the site with the results of your historical research. After combining the results, revisit the site to make sure all measurements and markers are accurate.

    • 5

      Prepare new plans and a report to form the basis of a new legal description of the land.

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