What Is It?
The general rule to land boundaries is that the older title has more weight than newer ones. Since many property sales include new surveys by boundary services companies, these titles can rely on older surveys than the sale or on contemporary ones. The laws and regulations in different countries may differ and some will have a more specific general rule for land boundaries. This means it is important to make sure that the rules you look up apply to the location of the property.
When Is It Used?
This rule can be used to avoid a lawsuit or to solve one depending on the parties involved and why the boundary has been called into question. If you are trying to determine where you can put your fence, for instance, then a quick comparison of your title and that of your neighbor can be sufficient. This is especially true if you both sign a copy of an agreement to make sure that your bases are covered in the future. For larger projects, you may need to involve surveyors or lawyers.
Whether you are looking to move a fence or to build a house, you need to know where the boundaries lie. Boundary services companies can help you navigate the complicated land boundaries rules that accompany many different types of real estate sales and developments. Generally speaking, the older the title, the more weight it is given in disputes.