Property surveys are essential documents in the permit process, yet clients often have questions about what they show and why they’re required.
The session will cover how to read a property survey by identifying boundaries, measurements, easements, structures, and other core elements. It will explain how to locate the most important information quickly when supporting applicants and responding to common permit‑related questions. Participants will also gain an understanding of the difference between draft and final surveys, including how to determine whether a survey is valid for permit purposes. Finally, the session will outline where property owners can obtain surveys, such as through the surveyor of record, lawyers, developers, municipal archives, or land registry sources.