Right of Way Surveys and Mapping in Jacksonville FL

What is a right of way survey?

A right of way survey is needed when a certain entity or agency has interest or jurisdiction over a piece of subject property. This can occur in the case of Eminent Domain or Acquisition. In these cases the entity is often the state or municipal government. In other words, it is essentially the land owned by government or possibly a company for transportation. This is the most common reason for a right of way survey.

The right of way survey shows the limits of private ownership and the limits of the entity or agency, which is often the government.
The right of way is owned by the entity (the State in this example) whereas an easement for example is the right of the use of the property by other people.

Research by the land surveyor is extremely important for the completion of a proper right of way survey. The land surveyor makes the determination of the deed right of way. These types of land surveys do not include below or above ground improvements, encroachments or features. If improvements, encroachments or features are needed a topographic survey must be completed.
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Do you need a Right of Way Survey?

Land Surveyors of Jacksonville can review the land title documents in question to ascertain the current ownership and any interest or jurisdiction of the property in question. Our Land surveyors and engineers determine the requisite easements and even help prepare legal documents and exhibits that may be needed to negotiate with property owners so as to obtain parcels.

Note: If it appears that there’s additional right of way via maintenance that has been uninterrupted for more than 4 years, an updated map may need to be filed.

If it appears you need an As-built survey, we can do that too. Contact us today!
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Some Frequently Asked Questions:

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Does Right of Way mean ownership?

An easement is the right of certain people to use a particular property whereas a right of way is the specific part of the property that are affected by the easement.

Can you block a right of way?

The short answer is no.
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Many times people will seek assistance from local law enforcement if their right of way to a specific property has been somehow blocked or obstructed. However, what you should do is apply to court for an injunction. This is likely what the police will tell you do to anyway.
How long before a path becomes a right of way?

How long before a path becomes a right of way?

Highways Act of 1980 states that if a particular route is enjoyed by the public for 20 years or more, the path is “to be deemed to have been dedicated as a highway.”

​If you need assistance with right of way surveying and mapping in Jacksonville, FL or the surrounding areas call us today. Land Surveyors of Jacksonville offer free quotes and have decades of experience helping with land surveying and mapping of all types.