Learn how to use, prepare, evaluate, and interpret a land survey.
The land survey is a critical part of real estate practice. All parties involved need to be knowledgeable of the survey process so a proper survey can be assured instead of assumed. With this knowledge, a thoroughly researched, accurate and clear representation of the property can be achieved. Minor discrepancies can be resolved without the devastating effects that oftentimes result. Understanding and working with the surveyor can highlight potential problems so that they can be addressed before time and cost become more critical.
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to define common land surveying terms, different types of surveys, and engineering surveys.
- You will be able to discuss basic types of land record systems.
- You will be able to identify zoning, building, and subdivision restrictions.
- You will be able to explain the difference between the survey plat and the deed.
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Agenda
Overview
- Definitions of Common Land Surveying Terms
- Different Types of Surveys
Uses of a Survey
- Convey Property
- Engineering Surveys
Land Record Systems
- Basic Types of Land Record Systems
- Metes and Bounds System
- Platted Subdivision System
Preparing a Survey
- Getting Started
- Field Procedures
- Office Calculations
- Plat Preparation
Information on a Survey Plat
- Scale
- Monuments
- Evidence of Possession
- Building Location
- Roads/Utilities/Fences, Walls, and Other Improvements
- Alleys and Driveways
- Flood Zones
- Zoning, Building, and Subdivision Restrictions
- Contours and Elevations
- Interior Parcel Lines
Evaluating Survey Plats
- Plat Evaluation Checklist
- Evaluating the Age of the Survey
- Determining the Purpose of the Survey
- Examining the Survey for Gross Discrepancies
- The Survey Plat vs. the Deed
- Easements
- Encroachments
Legal Descriptions
- Definition
- Interpreting
- Writing a Legal Descriptions
Interpreting a Survey
- Examples of Surveys
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Credits
OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on October 28, 2021.
Call 1-866-352-9540 for further credit information.
No Credit AvailableThis program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
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Faculty
John M. Story, P.L.S.
Donaldson, Garrett & Associates, Inc.
- Senior vice president and Charlotte branch manager of Donaldson, Garrett & Associates, Inc.
- Professional land surveyor registered in North and South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, and Virginia
- More than 43 years of experience with a varied and extensive background in boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys in the commercial, governmental, and residential market
- Worked extensively with utility companies in coordinating right-of-way and design surveys, as well as industrial clients who require optical tooling
- Member of the North Carolina Society of Surveyors
- B.S. degree, Georgia Southwestern College (now Georgia Southwestern State University); B.C.E.T. degree, Southern Technical Institute (now Kennesaw State University)
- Can be contacted at 704-374-1955 or [email protected]
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