Whether you’re buying or building your new home, there are a huge array of things to consider and risks to mitigate. You might be considering buying a large block and subdividing to build two townhouses, or you might be looking for a ready-built family home in a great neighbourhood.
No matter your choice, it’s critical you are aware of what you’re entering into, and understanding the lay of the land you’re purchasing is a huge part of this. Having a detailed, accurate map of the land’s features and its boundaries is essential in helping you to make an informed decision on your next investment.
It’s a common misconception that the fence of a property is the marker between where your land ends and your neighbour’s land begins, but this isn’t always the case. Even though a boundary fence should ideally be located on or as close to the boundary as possible, the fence does not necessarily define the boundary. A boundary identification survey can correctly identify the boundary of your land and also assist in any decisions if you’re considering building or subdividing.