When you’re taking on a project like splitting up farmland, creating a new residential neighbourhood, or adding lots to a rural property, a subdivision survey will be the first step to getting everything done right. A subdivision survey is a detailed process of dividing a large land parcel into smaller lots.
This service is crucial for various development projects. Subdivision surveys ensure that each new lot is accurately measured, properly zoned, and compliant with local regulations, providing a clear framework for development. This guide will discuss legal permits, bylaws, jurisdictional differences, and Meridian Surveys’ role in helping developers and realtors use the final survey data.
Regulations, Bylaws, And Jurisdictions: What You Need To Know
Subdivision surveys help land developers meet the city’s requirements. However, the regulations are different across each province. Some regions require geotechnical reports, approach upgrades, or servicing agreements to permit new developments. Getting this all in line for a subdivision demonstrates your commitment to meeting all the local bylaws, including lot sizes and zoning.
A reliable local surveyor knows the ins and outs of regulatory requirements. Our team members are certified in each province, and we have locations all over Western Canada, providing you with local expertise to get your subdivision approved without major delays.
Why You Need An Expert Surveyor
Our team of certified professionals brings over 55 years of collective experience to every project. This expertise ensures that we conduct all subdivision surveys with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency. We hire the best professionals available in the industry, and we’re proud to say that this dedication shows in the quality of our work and client satisfaction.
Surveyors are essential to landowners, developers and local authorities, because they are responsible for:
- Confirmations of boundary lines, easements, and setbacks
- Liaison between clients, developers and municipalities
- Subdivision designs, applications and approvals
- Legal surveys to define property boundaries and title creation
How Realtors And Developers Use Surveys
A certified subdivision survey is more than just documentation; it’s an essential tool for realtors and developers to keep deals moving forward and plots sale-ready.
Realtors
Real estate agents rely on survey data to confirm accurate legal descriptions, lot boundaries, and precise dimensions so they can market properties confidently. Meridian often provides GIS mapping to help flag listings specific to clients’ needs.
Developers
Developers are more likely to use subdivision surveys to prepare a lot for servicing. These surveys determine the location of the water and sewer connections and the areas where road allowances and power hookups should be made.
Accurate subdivision surveying is especially important when realtors or developers work across different provinces. The permits and bylaw requirements vary by jurisdiction. Meridian surveyors understand local jurisdictional requirements and clearly communicate with you in order to execute subdivision surveys without headaches.
Types Of Subdivision Surveys And How They Work
Each type of subdivision has its own survey and regulatory requirements, so you can’t expect them to be universal. Residential infill subdivisions, for example, might split a single oversized lot to create new housing. On the other hand, you can divide rural farmland or residential land into quadrants for family or resale purposes.
Local bylaws, road access, and conditions can also complicate design plans. Working with our experienced surveyors ensures you’ll have detailed data, proper land descriptions, and meet all the legal municipal requirements.
Meridian’s team understands how local regulations and approvals vary from one community to the next. You can trust that our subdivision surveys are clear and accurate and meet legal standards from the initial plans to the final registration. We’re prepared to help realtors and developers manage their listings more efficiently and effectively.
A professional subdivision survey is essential to keeping your projects legal, compliant with local regulations and ready for the market. Meridian has been helping landowners, realtors, and developers sell and subdivide lands confidently across Western Canada for decades. Contact our team today to inquire about your next subdivision survey project.