When people own a section of land, there is an agreement between the state and the individual regarding building structures or altering the land in any way. However, many people are unaware of the specifics and enter legal trouble when they eventually do decide to take on a project, such as building a pool or installing a fence. In order to complete any of these projects without the fear of costly errors, the property should first go through a land survey by an official.  

Installing Fences

When homeowners want to have a fence put in, having the land surveyed is necessary to determine the boundary of their property.  Without a proper boundary survey, the fence may encroach on a neighbor’s yard.  This can result in neighborly disputes, costly fence re-installation, and even legal issues.  By using a qualified land surveyor, homeowners can avoid these hassles.

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Many home owners have been left baffled when they learn that they need to have a land survey done for their property before they can do any additions. There are different types of land surveying. Each survey serves a different purpose. Here we will look at the Class A-2 Survey which speaks specifically to boundary issues.

They are requested in cases where homeowners decide to make additions to their home or to put in new structural new features on their property. These include pools.
 

Why is it necessary to have a Boundary Survey Done?

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How do you know where your land ends and your neighbor’s begins? How much of your land belongs to you, and how much is municipal property? Most of us don’t know the exact lines that define the boundaries of our property, and if we do, it’s because we’ve had a professional land survey done.

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Land surveys are crucial to the process of responsible land development. They are commonly used to determine the boundaries and features of properties, to determine easements and encroachments, to develop or build on land, and to satisfy local building codes and regulations. There are many different types of land surveys. 

Property line disputes among neighbors are a common reason for land surveys, as are property sales and purchase contractual agreements. The American Land Title Association, the National Society of Professional Surveyors and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping regulate land surveying in the US and determine the specific criteria for land surveying. These include:

American Land Title Association Survey

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