Property boundaries are the crucial lines that mark where one property ends and the neighboring property begins.
Public Land Records: Visit your local courthouse or land records office to access public land records, which can include maps and surveys of the area. Using these resources, you should be able to gather enough information to understand your property lines without incurring costs.
Online aerial maps (like those available on some council websites) give you a starting point. However, the definitive description of your boundary is on the legal title for your property. There is usually at least one diagram on your title which will have the set measurements of all of your boundaries' locations.
While Google Maps can be a valuable tool for displaying property lines, it is essential to recognize its limitations to manage expectations and accurately interpret the displayed information. One primary limitation is the accuracy of the data.
Here are the most common ways to find them: Check Google Maps. This one is the quickest and easiest way to establish where your property lines are. Hire a surveyor. Check online property records. Look for physical markers on your property. Check your property deed. Check a plat map. Review your property survey.
They can be established through visible features, such as roads, ditches or fences, but they also may be imperceptible. Ask Your Mortgage Or Title Company. Look For Property Markers. Look For Hidden Survey Pins. Refer To Physical Markers. Visit Your Local Zoning Office. Measure Your Property Yourself.