Property Survey Costs & Other Info in Oregon City, OR
Why do you need the surveyors at Township Surveys LLC, and how much would something like a topographic survey cost? Well, that depends on your situation! There are so many reasons to work with a surveyor, including any time there’s development, transaction, legal dispute or uncertainty about a parcel of land in Oregon City, Echo Dell, Beavercreek, or Gladstone, OR.
Only a professional surveyor licensed by the Oregon State Board of Registration is legally permitted to perform land surveys in the State of Oregon. We are members of the Professional Land Surveyors of Oregon (PLSO), have subscribed to a code of ethics and are committed to the highest possible standards in the public’s interest.
When do I Need a Land Survey?
Avoid Lawsuits Or Unnecessary Expenses
In general, a survey should be made before purchasing real property, when dividing any parcel of land for sale or when adjusting existing parcel boundaries (in conformance with state laws and local ordinances), and prior to the construction of any improvements on property in which you have an interest. Employing the services of a surveyor can help property owners avoid lawsuits or unnecessary expenses relating to land ownership or a potential land purchase.
What Does a Surveyor Do?
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A surveyor will not tell you what you own. It is your responsibility to furnish the surveyor with a legal description, current title report, or policy concerning the parcel that you want surveyed. You should explain to the surveyor why you want the survey made. The surveyor can then recommend the type of survey required.
What is Land Surveying?
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Surveying is a highly technical field and requires expertise in real property law, public records research, evaluation of historical survey evidence, mathematics, statistics, measurement systems, planning regulations and current computer technologies.
How Much Does a Land or Property Survey Cost?
Your property survey cost may vary depending on the level of surveying required.
We are happy to provide a free estimate of your needed survey work. To provide an accurate estimate on a topographic survey cost, we need to know the following:
- The type of survey needed. You may only need to find a boundary line to put up a fence, or you may be constructing a commercial building or subdivision.
- Records search. Title and deed problems are common. Vague, incomplete and often contradictory legal descriptions and land records may require additional time to unravel.
- Past monumentation (or lack thereof). Existing evidence such as iron, wood or stone monuments, old fences and occupation lines help us determine the cost of the survey.
- Terrain. A level parcel of land is easier to survey than a steep one. Swampy property or property along a river or stream may complicate the survey.
- Vegetation on property. Heavy brush, small trees and branches may need to be cleared to allow a line of site for the survey crew.
- Accessibility to property. The travel distance to and from your property and whether there are accessible roads into and around the property needs to be known.
How It Works
In a typical boundary survey, for example, the surveyor will locate the property on the ground, marking the corners with physical monuments, and provide you with a record of the survey map showing the results of the survey. The surveyor will also disclose any areas that are in conflict so that the title company and/or attorney can resolve any problems. Contact Township Surveys LLC today to get started! We can also provide you with a set bid amount if requested. Contact us today at 503-656-4915 for more information about boundary surveys and more.