RESIDENTIAL AND HOMEOWNER SURVEY
Residential and homeowner surveys are types of land surveys that are conducted for residential properties. These surveys are typically requested by homeowners, homebuyers, or real estate professionals to provide information about the property and its boundaries.
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A residential survey may include a boundary survey, which is conducted to establish the exact boundaries of the property. The surveyor will locate and mark the property lines, and may also note any encroachments or easements that affect the property.
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In addition to the boundary survey, a residential survey may include other types of surveys, such as:
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Topographic survey: This type of survey provides information about the shape and contours of the land, and can be used to identify any areas that may be prone to erosion or flooding.
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Improvement survey: An improvement survey provides information about the location of existing structures on the property, such as buildings, driveways, and sidewalks.
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Tree survey: A tree survey provides information about the location and health of trees on the property.
How is it useful?
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Ensuring accurate property boundaries: A boundary survey can help ensure that property owners understand the exact location of their property lines and can avoid boundary disputes with neighboring property owners.
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Identifying encroachments: A survey can identify any structures or improvements on the property that extend beyond the property lines, which can help property owners avoid legal disputes with neighbors.
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Planning improvements or renovations: A survey can provide information about the existing structures and topography of the property, which can be useful when planning improvements or renovations.
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Identifying potential hazards: A survey can identify any potential hazards on the property, such as steep slopes, unstable soil, or flood-prone areas.
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In summary, residential and homeowner surveys provide valuable information about the property and can be used to ensure accurate property boundaries, identify encroachments, plan improvements or renovations, and identify potential hazards.