Why You Need Property Boundaries and Mapping
When it comes to land development you’ll likely need to know the shape or contour of your land and where your property boundaries are. For this, you’ll need to enlist the services of a land surveyor who can map out the land and boundaries for you.
What is property mapping and plans
Land surveyors use GPS and total station technology to physically locate the features on your property and plot them onto plans and maps. This is referred to as a ‘topographical survey plan’ and Computer Aided Design (CAD) is used to deliver this. Land surveyors provide the CAD maps or plans to your architect, designer, engineer or landscape architect for use in your project.
How a property map helps
Advanced technology has changed the way property is mapped and will plot everything that is on your land. It forms the basis on any land development on a site and shows buildings, trees, flood pains, underground services and more. A map is often required, and it will help with any development and also will be resale of your property.
Why you need property boundaries and pegs
If you don’t know where your boundary pegs are or disagree with your neighbour about the position of the boundary of your property, a land surveyor will be able to map these for you. The majority of building and planning on your property is based on knowing the location of the boundary pegs, such as when you are building a new house or fence. Only licensed surveyors can place and record pegs and GPS and total station technology is used to complete boundary pegging.
Check boundaries before you buy
It’s important to check the boundaries before you purchase land. You may have found the ideal land, but if you don’t have it confirmed by a surveyor before you buy there might be some unexpected surprises when you start to build. Fence lines, pegs and even roads can’t be trusted as boundary markers as they may be well out of date. People have been shocked before to find out the fence line isn’t the actual property boundary, so ensure to get the professionals in from the beginning!
Minimise any disputes
Land boundaries are often fixed by a surveyor when the property is subdivided. Any disputes between neighbours can be cleared up by having the correct documentation. Encroachments can occur if you build outside of your boundaries, which is technically a trespass. There are laws around fencing and your land surveyor will be able to guide you on this.
If you want to plot your land’s precise boundaries or map your property in Wellington, Levin, Poirua and the Kapiti Coast get in touch with the experts at Tararua Land Surveyors.