Yes, this is part of your Due Diligence when purchasing real property and can give you, the homeowner, confidence that the property complies with current local regulations. A Property Survey will help you to understand details of the property you are about to purchase and may highlight any potential discrepancies or boundary infringements as well as stipulations that come with it.
A property survey is very important whether you are buying a home, financing your home or constructing new projects. The survey defines the boundaries of the property, providing clarity as to the size of the property and where the land begins and ends. It includes a research of the history of the deed and title search to ensure there are no discrepancies as to ownership of the land. A surveyor will research the legal descriptions about the land and its history, and provide a sketch of the land, its boundaries and the different aspects that make up the property. A type of map is produced detailing the property’s legal boundaries, a written description of the property, the physical address, location of buildings and adjacent properties, as well as things like right of ways and easements so a homeowner can be aware of any shared yards or who may have a right of way to the street or alleyways, if any.