A Real Property Report (RPR) is a legal document in the form of a plan illustrates the location of significant visible improvements in relation to property boundaries. The Real Property Report (RPR) serves as as an accurate representation of the improvements on the property for the buyer, seller, lender, and municipality. It includes a written statement from an Alberta Land Surveyor, outlining any opinions or concerns regarding encroachments or potential conflicts that may arise in the future.

We, at Action Surveys Inc., specialize in providing Real Property Reports (RPRs) for residential and commercial properties, including irregular lots and acreages, in both rural and urban areas.

Whether you are buying or selling a real estate property in Alberta, a Real Property Report (RPR) can offer crucial protection. By accurately depicting the locations and dimensions of visible improvements, buildings, rights-of-way, and any encroachments in relation to property boundaries, our Real Property Report service cater to both residential and commercial clients.

Preparing of a Real Property Report (RPR) early on can expedite the property buying or selling process and help to prevent potential disputes or issues for both buyers or sellers. After the completion of the Real Property Report (RPR), a compliance certificate or compliance stamps is usually required. Our clients have the option to apply for the compliance certificate themselves, or we can assist by submitting the Real Property Reports (RPR) on their behalf to obtain a municipal compliance certificate report.

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Who needs a Real Property Report?

• Property owners
• Property buyers and sellers
• Municipalities
• Towns and Villages
• Realtors
• Lawyers
• Mortgage lenders
• Anyone who needs to know the improvements relatives to property boundaries

Benefits of a Real Property Report

• Identification and resolution of problems before finalizing a real estate transaction;
• Property Owners can have accurate information about the location and dimension of buildings, improvements, right-of-ways, and any encroachments relative to property boundaries;
• Purchasers can have a clear understanding of physical dimensions of the property and other significant visible improvements;
• Verified survey information can be provided to financial institutions;
• Simplifying property transactions;
• Property boundary information is often required for development and building permits.

How does a Real Property Report protect you?

Purchasing a property may be the biggest financial investment one will ever make; A Real Property Report (RPR) can notify owners of any boundary issues, such as construction structures overlapping onto the public property, or parts of a garage or shed on a neighbour’s land, or vice versa.

“Good boundaries make good neighbours”

Obtaining a Real property report (RPR) early in the selling process can expedite the sales process. If any problems are identified, the homeowner can promptly fix them to avoid delays. The Real Property Report can also protect the seller from legal complications or financial withholdings that may arise if the sold property fails to meet bylaw requirements. Additionally, a Real Property Report can protect the buyer by uncovering any boundary problems associated with the property before completing the largest purchase of their life.

How does a Compliance protect you?

A Compliance certificate is a report or stamp issued by the City or County confirming that all buildings and structures on the property comply with the regulations outlined in the Zoning Bylaw and have been issued the appropriate development permits. The Compliance Certificate assures buyers that they will not be liable for any unauthorized construction work on the property lot without the appropriate permits, and protects them from any structures encroaching on public property.

In addition, the Real Property Report (RPR) with a Compliance Certificate are legal documents that ensure honesty throughout the real estate transaction process. A Real Property Report (PRP) with a Compliance Certificate can protect sellers from accusations of unauthorized construction activities that may have occurred before they owned the property. The Compliance review of a property is based on the Real Property Report (RPR) issued by the Alberta Land Surveyor.

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