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Boundary Survey Checklist

Comprehensive guide for conducting professional boundary surveys

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1. Pre-Field Work

Research Current Deed

Obtain and analyze current deed and legal description

Research Adjoining Properties

Gather and review deeds of all adjacent properties

Review Record Plats

Research and analyze any recorded subdivision plats

Review Prior Surveys

Locate and analyze any previous surveys of the property

2. Field Work

Establish Control Network

Set up primary control points and check calibration

Search for Monuments

Locate and identify all boundary monuments and markers

Survey Improvements

Locate all relevant improvements and encroachments

Document Field Notes

Record detailed field notes and observations

3. Post-Field Analysis

Process Field Data

Reduce and analyze field measurements

Perform Boundary Analysis

Compare field evidence with record documents

Apply Legal Principles

Consider relevant case law and boundary principles

4. Deliverables

Prepare Plat

Draft survey plat with all required elements

Write Legal Description

Prepare new legal description if required

Complete Report

Document analysis and conclusions

Important Notes

Documentation

Maintain detailed documentation throughout the entire process. This includes photographs, sketches, and written observations.

Communication

Keep client informed of progress and any significant findings or issues that arise during the survey.

Quality Control

Implement regular quality control checks throughout the process to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Related Resources

Field Notes Template Legal Principles Guide Survey Report Template