A Guide On Land Surveying

A land surveyor specialises in land subdivisions. Most people leave the bulk of their work to the land surveyor. Nevertheless, you should make some inquiries to understand the land surveying process, its benefits and how it affects your property. So, what questions should you ask your land surveyor? Below are some insights. 

What Are The Benefits Of Land Surveying And Subdivision?  

Most people survey land when they intend to subdivide it. However, there are many benefits to surveying and subdividing land. For instance, surveying can help you establish the current property boundaries. It comes in handy when you have ongoing development along the boundary line. Drawing the boundary lines prevents you from infringing on neighbouring property or riparian land. You could also ask for a survey to assess current easements on the property. For instance, if a neighbour or utility company has secured an easement to use your land, the surveyor helps you determine the boundary lines on the easement. 

Surveying and subdivisions are essential land development interventions for real estate developers. Typically, contractors rely on land survey reports to determine the topography and soils on a land parcel. They can also use it to check whether the property has an efficient drainage system. Most buyers will insist on a surveying report to determine the accuracy of physical boundary lines such as fences and beacons. Land developers conduct subdivisions to increase the property value and increase its functionality. Smaller land parcels are easier to sell and fetch a higher price when sold individually. Real estate developers can also use subdivisions to raise project funding. For example, they could sell some plots or use them as security for a construction loan. 

What Happens During A Survey Or Subdivision? 

The surveyor checks local survey and subdivision regulations to determine how best to conduct their work. For instance, the local council could have a requirement determining the minimum plot size and the utilities required before the property receives a title. The professional then checks local land maps to establish the property size, orientation and current easements. If the surveyor needs to subdivide the property, they must lodge a subdivision plan and acquire relevant permits from the lands department. During physical surveys, the surveyor uses geological survey equipment to determine the current boundaries and draw new property lines. After this, they prepare a survey report and follow up with the lands department to acquire new titles for the subdivided land or make adjustments to the original title.