When you buy a piece of real estate, you might be opening yourself up to more possibilities than you've ever previously considered. Whether there's a building already on your property and you want to expand, or you're coming up from raw dirt, one of the only bounds on those possibilities is your imagination. Another, however, is the legal restrictions on your land, so it's important that you develop a thorough understanding of what those are and how they affect your designs.

A real estate survey can be an incredibly important tool in your arsenal if you're looking to develop a parcel, but many people may not be aware of when one is necessary. Below, you'll find a guide to a few times you should be sure to seek one out, guaranteeing that you can confidently move forward with exciting new projects that will allow you to turn a piece of ground into the space you've always imagined owning.

SETTLING DISPUTES

An old adage claims that good fences make good neighbors, and while that's perhaps an oversimplification, it does draw attention the struggle that many property owners have with people nearby. It's always best to settle disputes amicably and without legal entanglements, but if that becomes impossible, it's essential that you act in a way that protects your property rights.
If you have a dispute with a nearby property owner that looks like it may require formal intervention, a land survey is an excellent place to start. Whether there's a complaint about a fence placement, concern over a dying tree, or even a petty dispute over someone walking in someone else's yard, a clear demarcation can settle any outstanding concerns. Relying on a professional survey will also guarantee a neutral opinion and a technical analysis that should avoid any further misunderstandings.

FENCE CONSTRUCTION

As mentioned above, building a fence is a great way to clearly mark off property that belongs to you and secure it for whatever use you have in mind. However, given that there may be concerns about overlapping onto someone else's property, fences are frequently constructed carefully inside the borders of a given real estate parcel. Before that process can be completed, it's obviously essential that the boundaries of that parcel are properly marked.
This boundary drawing isn't only important in the context of removing concerns of your neighbors. It's also vital to make sure your fence is protected. The investment you put into building a new fence is likely to be substantial, and to see money wasted due to the carelessness of someone else is incredibly frustrating. If your fence is fully situated within the bounds of your property, there can be no dispute over the party at fault if any damage were to occur in the future.

WATER ACCESS

Waterfront property can be extremely valuable. The ability to build a dock to service a boat or even just swim and fish from can add a lot to your property, and having unfettered access to a body of water can open up your home to a whole new level of entertaining.
Since there's so much value in getting to the water, it shouldn't be a surprise that there's also often a fair amount of contention. Surveying your land can prove unequivocally that your waterfront access is unimpeded and yours to enjoy however you choose.
Whether you have these situations or any others, Arnett & Associates can be counted on for all of your land survey needs. Utilizing professional experience is the best way to get the results you desire and guarantee that you can enjoy your property without interference for many years to come.