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Land surveying is a fundamental process that involves in-depth research into various aspects of a property's legal and physical characteristics. This includes studying property ownership records, easements, and boundary evidence documents obtained from the relevant Land Registry Office, as well as consulting non-public sources of documentation. This extensive research serves as the foundation for the subsequent stages of the surveying process.

Following the research phase, surveyors meticulously measure and map the physical features of the land. This involves using specialized tools and techniques to accurately determine property boundaries, establish the precise locations of property lines and corners, and identify any constructed or natural features, which might include buildings, roads, water bodies, and vegetation. Additionally, surveyors locate and document any existing easements, which are rights granted to others to use the land for specific purposes.

One of the important objectives of land surveying is to identify and flag any potential encroachments, where neighboring properties may intrude upon the surveyed property's boundaries and vice-versa.  This information is crucial for property owners to understand the true extent of their land and to help avoid or eliminate any issues that might otherwise arise during the purchase, sale, division or improvement of their property. 

Finally, the data collected during the surveying process is used to create detailed and reliable land plans. These plans provide an accurate representation of the property's boundaries, features, and any relevant legal considerations. 

Overall, land surveying is a meticulous and essential process that ensures the accurate representation of property boundaries and features. It requires a combination of legal knowledge, technical skill, and attention to detail to produce reliable results that meet the needs of property owners and stakeholders.

Land surveying is a crucial aspect of property ownership, real estate transactions, construction and development for several compelling reasons. Firstly, it provides property owners with a comprehensive understanding of their land, including its size, shape, boundaries and encumbrances. This knowledge is invaluable for making informed decisions about land use and development, new construction, property purchases and sales, as well as for resolving any disputes that may arise with neighbouring properties.

Also, land surveying is essential and required for any proposed severances, divisions, easements and acquisitions of portions of a property.  Land surveyors prepare various types of preliminary survey plans that are required by municipalities to review what is proposed, to request any additional requirements or revisions and ultimately to provide their approval to proceed.  Once all approvals are in place, land surveyors deposit or register their final plans in the appropriate Land Registry Office.  These plans will either create new ownership units and easements or facilitate the future deed transfer of ownership or easements.

Additionally, accurate land surveying plays a pivotal role in construction projects and land development endeavors. By accurately mapping out the terrain and property boundaries and precisely staking the location of proposed construction, surveyors ensure that buildings and infrastructure are constructed in the correct locations. This not only helps to avoid encroachments on neighboring properties but also ensures that structures are positioned optimally and in accordance with architectural and engineering design and municipal requirements.

Moreover, land surveying contributes to the proper implementation of drainage and grading systems, which are essential for managing water flow and preventing potential property damaging issues such as water pooling near structures. By providing accurate topographical information, land surveyors enable the design and construction of effective drainage solutions that enhance the overall quality and sustainability of the project.

In summary, land surveying, conducted by a professional Ontario Land Surveyor or Ontario Land Information Professional licensed by the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors, is required by property owners, property vendors and purchasers, and legal, real estate and construction professionals alike, as it serves as a foundation for informed decision-making.  Also, land surveying is essential to any dealings with land division and land rights that require municipal consent.  It is vital for determining legal and municipal compliance and obtaining any relevant municipal approvals.  Overall, land surveying is required for the appropriate and orderly planning, design and construction of improvements and the successful execution of land development and land division projects and real estate transactions.

At Becker & Starcevic Ltd, our surveying services encompass a comprehensive array of offerings designed to meet various project needs. These include boundary surveys, which define property lines and boundaries, and topographic surveys, which map the natural and man-made features of a property. Additionally, we provide Surveyor's Real Property Reports, which offer a detailed illustration of property ownership and rights, and construction staking services, that ensure the accurate positioning of structures during construction.

Our expertise extends to grading plans, which detail the proposed elevation and slope of land for effective drainage and landscaping, as well as reference plans and expropriation plans in accordance with municipal, legal and regulatory requirements. 

By consulting with us and sharing the specifics of your project, we can identify the most appropriate surveying service to meet your unique needs, ensuring precision and reliability in every aspect of our work for your project.