What are Surveys & Improvement Location Certificate?
The land survey plat includes a scale drawing of the boundaries of a parcel of land which is complied by a series of exact and precise linear and angular measurements taken from a known point of origin developed by mathematical principals of surveying. The purpose of the land survey plat is to determine, locate and or restore any real property boundaries. The land survey plat will also indicate any conflicting boundary evidence and any recorded and/or apparent rights-of-way or easements. The improvement survey plat is comprised of the same precise information as is the land survey plat mentioned above, and in addition indicates the location of all structure and improvements situated on the parcel of land. The improvement survey plat will also show visible encroachments. It will show any fences, hedges, or walls on or within two feet of both sides of all boundaries. The improvement survey plat will show the location of all visible above ground utilities, and all underground utilities fo