A generic term describing a legal
document prepared by a surveyor that shows
the exact dimensions and positions of the
land and buildings for a particular
property, including any encroachments onto
or from adjoining properties. Terminology,
procedures, and requirements concerning the
use of building location surveys can vary by
provincial jurisdiction, e.g., Surveyor’s
Building Location Certificate and Surveyor’s
Real Property Report.
Building location surveys are important
to both owners and real estate practitioners
in setting out the physical extent of
ownership, the correctness of address in
relation to legal description, encroachments
from adjoining property that may restrict
the full use and enjoyment of a property,
and easements that can also restrict the
property’s use. Building location surveys
are normally required to obtain financing
and provide municipal officials with the
ability to see if the property conforms to
applicable zoning restrictions as to
location of buildings and other structures
on the property.
Caution is advised concerning reliance
on dated building location surveys as recent
changes affecting the property can
substantially impact the extent of ownership
and use of the property.
Looking to Buy or Sell Luxury
Real Estate In Toronto, North York, Thornhill,
Woodbridge, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Aurora, King
City and beyond...visit LuxuryBroker.ca
Mortgages247.ca 2011 Apply Online without Blackouts Mortgages247.ca is designed to provide competent and
reliable information regarding the subject matter covered. However it is
provided, free of charge, with the understanding that the authors are not
engaged in rendering legal, financial or other professional advice. Law and
practice often vary from province and province and if legal or other expert
assistance is required, the services of a professional should be sought. The
authors specifically disclaim any liability that is incurred from the use or
application of the contents of this website.
