Real Property Detail Survey

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1.      What is a Real Property Detail Survey?

A Real Property Detail Survey is a legal document that clearly illustrates the location of significant visible improvements relative to property boundaries. (Improvements to be shown and outlined)

Over the years, the standards for Real Property Reports have changed. It takes the form of a plan or illustration of the various physical features of the property, including a written statement detailing the surveyor’s opinions or concerns. It can be relied upon by the buyer, the seller, the lender and the municipality as an accurate representation of the improvements on your property.

2.      Who need a Property Detail Survey?

v  Property owners

3.      Why Property Detail Survey

To be informed of:

·        The locations of improvements within the property boundaries,

·        Any encroachments from adjacent properties, and

·        Property compliance with municipal requirements

v  Property Purchasers

To be informed of the boundary and improvement locations on the property and any problems relating to the property boundaries.

v  Municipalities

To assist in determining compliance with by-laws and fire codes also in the planning and development process.

v  Property Sellers (vendors)

To provide Protection from potential future legal liabilities resulting from problems related to property boundaries and improvements.

v  Mortgage Lenders

To be informed of Conformance of improvements with municipal bylaws and Problems that may have to be resolved prior to registration of the mortgage

v  Realtors

To provide a visual representation of the property for sale, Meet requirements of the real estate listing/purchase contract, and Have information to avoid delays in completing property transactions when a Real Property Report is arranged early in the sales process

4.      How does a Real Property Detail Survey protect you?

Purchasing a property may be the largest financial investment you ever make. With a Real Property details Survey plan, owners are aware of any boundary problems. They know whether their new home is too close to the property line, or part of their garage is on their neighbour’s land, or vice versa.

“Good boundaries make good neighbours!” Since legal complications may occur if a sold property fails to meet requirements, a Real Property Report protects the seller.

5.      What is the validity of a Real Property Detail Survey?

The Real Property Report is a “snap shot” of the property on the date of the survey.

Changes are often made to improvements on a property or adjoining properties. These may be new or modified fences, decks, driveways, garages or other features. Only an updated Real Property Report can show their location relative to property boundaries.
Changes to your title will also be shown.

 6.    How much does a Property Detail Survey cost?

At Geomartins & Associate, we encourage the public to discuss potential survey projects with experienced Registered Land Surveyors prior to initiating any project. Discussions with an experienced and Registered Surveyor about the specifics of the project should be undertaken to develop a better understanding of the costs and the complexity associated with the project. Some of the considerations that may impact costs include:

1.      Availability of survey evidence defining boundaries

2.      Current and historical title searches

3.      Other surveys in the area under consideration

4.      Travel and accommodation costs

5.      Application, endorsement, approval or record searching fees.

This list of considerations is not exhaustive but should form the basis for discussion prior to any project starting. It is incumbent on the public and the members of the Association to discuss potential projects so that a fair and reasonable value for the services being offered can be reached.


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