–<\/span><\/p>\nBoundary Surveys<\/b><\/h3>\n
Boundary surveys help determine the precise location of boundaries and corners of a property. Similar to an SRPR, boundary surveys offer accurate measurements of property lines. They can be used to locate easements, settle land disputes, or simply for a homeowner\u2019s personal records.<\/p>\n
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\u201cA land survey \u2014 also known as a property survey \u2014 is an inspection of the boundaries of your property. It reveals the size of the property, maps out the precise property boundaries, and details any buildings or detached structures on the property.\u201d<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Location Surveys<\/b><\/h3>\n
Location surveys are similar to boundary surveys except for one key difference: they also measure improvements made on the property. Location surveys highlight and mark the exact size and location of any improvements, as well as the boundary lines of the property. This type of survey might be required to obtain a zoning permit.\u00a0<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nSubdivision Surveys<\/b><\/h3>\n
A subdivision survey can be useful when you need to divide parcels of land into multiple areas to construct a subdivision. This type of survey is usually required when building a subdivision.\u00a0<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nSite-Planning Surveys<\/b><\/h3>\n
Site-planning surveys are ideal for planning site improvements. A site plan consists of a drawing that depicts the existing layout of a completed property (for example, buildings, parking lots, and driveways), as well as the proposed site improvements. Site-planning surveys are often required in order to apply for and obtain a building permit for commercial, industrial, and industrial properties.\u00a0<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nConstruction Surveys<\/b><\/h3>\n
Construction surveys help construction workers determine what areas to build on. More specifically, when conducting a construction survey, surveyors will mark the location of planned improvements and structures, as well as measure the distance between planned improvements.\\<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nWhat Is the Average Cost of a Land Survey in Ontario?<\/b><\/h3>\n
The average land survey cost in Ontario largely depends on the size of the property and the type of survey being conducted. For example, topographic surveys, which tend to be more involved than boundary surveys, may be more expensive. However, on average, a land survey in Ontario will cost between $1,500 and $6,000.<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nFactors Impacting Land Survey Costs in Ontario<\/b><\/h3>\n
Many factors impact land survey costs in Ontario, from the property dimensions to the type of survey. We break down some of the main factors that determine the price of a land survey below.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0–<\/span><\/p>\n\n- <\/span>Type of property survey: Some types of land surveys are more detailed and therefore take longer to complete than others. As such, the cost of land surveys varies by type. For example, a basic boundary survey will usually be less expensive than a topographic survey.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- <\/span>Size of the property: A general rule of thumb is the larger the size of the property, the more a land survey will cost.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- <\/span>Travel time: In some cases, the distance that the surveyor has to travel will also impact the price of the land survey. If the surveyor\u2019s office is far from the property being measured, they might charge more.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- <\/span>History of the property: The history of the property (that is, how long the land has been with one family and whether it has been subdivided before) can significantly affect how long the land survey takes. For example, the longer it\u2019s been since the last land survey was conducted or since the property was last sold, the more difficult it will be for the surveyor to locate the necessary documents (deeds, maps, previous surveys), all of which can help make the land survey process faster and easier. In addition, if the land has been surveyed previously, there may already be existing survey markers, fence lines, or tree lines that indicate the property\u2019s boundary lines, making the current surveyor\u2019s job easier.<\/li>\n
- <\/span>Shape and dimensions of the property: If a property has more than four sides, land surveys get more complicated and the costs tend to go up.<\/li>\n
- <\/span>Type of terrain: Uneven terrain, such as sloped or hilly terrain, typically requires more work on behalf of the surveyor compared to flat terrain. Further, if the land has lots of vegetation (for example, trees, plants, bushes), surveying in the summer months when everything is in bloom can be more challenging and time-consuming. Therefore, the type of terrain is another factor that can impact the cost of the survey.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- <\/span>Assistance from neighbours: If the surveyor is unfamiliar with the area or the land is older and\/or has not been surveyed in several decades, having a neighbour or previous homeowner guide the surveyor to past markers can help speed up the process, possibly reducing the price of the survey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nWhen to Get a Land Survey<\/b><\/h3>\n
There are several instances in which a land survey is recommended. There are also circumstances in which it is required, such as when a developer is planning a construction project or when a homebuyer is applying for a mortgage. Keep reading to learn more about three unique instances in which you should get a land survey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
–<\/span><\/p>\nWhen you\u2019re buying a home<\/b><\/h3>\n
Any time you buy a home or buy land in Ontario, conducting a land survey before closing the deal is a smart move. Land surveys confirm the exact size and boundaries of the plot of land you are buying. Hiring a surveyor to conduct a land survey is especially important if a survey has not been done in a long time or if there has been a subdivision of the property since the last survey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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