• Before purchasing or selling a Commercial Property

  • Due diligence to understand exactly what is being purchased including property boundaries, easements, encroachments, and any zoning or access issues.

  • Assessing Property Value: Knowing the precise dimensions, layout, and any legal restrictions on the property helps determine its true value.

  • Reducing Liability: A survey provides accurate property descriptions, reducing liability for the seller if any disputes arise after the sale.

• For Financing and Insurance Purposes

  • Lender Requirements: Many lenders require a survey to ensure there are no issues that could affect the property's value or the lender's collateral.

  • Insurance: Insurance companies often need a survey to determine risk factors, such as proximity to flood zones, or to confirm the square footage and boundaries for proper coverage.

• Before starting Construction or Development

  • Zoning Compliance: To ensure the project meets all local zoning regulations, such as setback requirements, allowable building heights, and land-use limitations.

  • Permitting: Most permits require a survey that details the current land characteristics to ensure safe, compliant development.

  • Identifying Easements and Restrictions: To avoid building on areas with existing easements or restrictions that could complicate or stop development.

• Settling Disputes or Legal issues

  • Boundary Disputes: A survey can resolve conflicts between neighboring property owners over property boundaries, fence lines, or encroachments.

  • Easement or Right-of-Way Clarifications: When there is uncertainty about rights of access for utilities, neighbors, or public entities.

• Property Improvements and Renovations

  • Planning for Expansion: When adding new structures, parking, or landscaping, a survey can confirm where improvements can legally and safely occur.

  • Compliance with Local Codes: Surveys are often necessary to confirm any existing or planned structures comply with all local regulations.

• Establishing Utilities and Access Points

  • Utility Installations: To confirm access rights and plot utility lines, easements, or other necessary infrastructure additions.

  • Public Access or Roadways: Surveys ensure that the property has legal access to public roads and meets any requirements related to shared access.

A commercial survey provides a comprehensive overview of a property's legal and physical characteristics, which is crucial in any transaction or development project to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and clarify any legal boundaries or limitations.

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