Boundary Services

Why Would I Need A Boundary Service?

Most property owners never have a reason to question the boundaries around their property. A question about the property’s boundaries usually arises when a decision to sell or purchase a property is made. In these circumstances, a Solicitor may ask for a boundary check to be carried out.

The boundary reports we provide are divided into three different services that cover most eventualities when a person is either purchasing or selling a property or trying to understand what construction can or can’t be done around or to a party wall.

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Boundary Services for Property Sales And Purchases

The boundary services we offer are as follows: –

Certificate of Identity
Declaration of Identity
Land Registry Compliant Maps

You may need one of these services when buying or selling a property. Your Solicitor may have reason to query the boundary and require an Engineer’s report stating, for example, that the physical boundary lines as found on-site match the Folio/Deed map for the property.

We recommend that you discuss any requirement for a boundary service with your Solicitor prior to booking a service.

FAQ's

We have put together some questions we are frequently asked.

What boundary services are available?
Our boundary services are:-

a) Providing a Certificate of Identity
- A certificate of identity is a report certifying that the boundaries noted at the property match those shown on the map provided. Where a map is not provided at the time of inspection, the engineer will use information available on www.landdirect.ie for the relevant address.
- The certificate can also include a statement of services (based on a visual inspection of a septic tank, water supply and discharge services) which are included within the boundary, should that be required by your solicitor.
- The certificate includes examination of wayleaves, overhanging, rights of way, easements, as necessary.
b) Providing a Declaration of Identity
- A declaration of identity includes the same information as the certificate of identity. However, it is declared by a Property Health Check engineer, and witnessed in the presence of a Commissioner for Oaths.
c) Providing a Land Registry Compliant Map
- A land registry compliant map is a map used for land registration purposes.
Do you provide boundary services for all properties?
How do I know what service I need?
When would I need a Certificate / Declaration of Identity?

A Certificate / Declaration of Identity may be required when land or property is being sold. It will be required if the house is a one-off house on its own site and is generally required for houses in rural areas. Your solicitor will advise when a certificate/declaration of identity is required.
What if the services are not located within the boundaries?

If services (e.g. water, percolation area, etc.) or part of the structure is not located within the boundary of the property in question, a Certificate / Declaration of Identity will address these concerns. Issues will normally have to be remedied or a solution agreed before a sale can go through.
What is a Land Registry Compliant Map?

A Land Registry Compliant Map is a map used for Land Registration purposes. It is a large-scale map which meets the requirements of and can be submitted to the Property Registration Authority (PRA) for searches and services, e.g. First Registrations, Subdivisions of Registered Property and Rights over Registered Property.
When do I need a Land Registry Compliant Map?
Where can I find out more about registering land in Ireland?
What can I do if I have a dispute with my neighbour over the property boundary?

We can carry out a boundary inspection of the property and produce a report, e.g., a Certificate of Identity. To do this you will need to supply a map (e.g. folio map, deed map, etc.). We will conduct an inspection of the property boundaries and compare with the map provided. The engineer will provide a Certificate of Identity report that can be passed on to your solicitor.
Will you take measurements of the property?
What are your Terms & Conditions?

Why Would I Need A Boundary Service?

Why Us?

Exceptional Service and Satisfaction

Excellent Communicators

Established and Experienced

Forever Follow Up

Boundary Services for Property Sales And Purchases

FAQ's

What boundary services are available?

Do you provide boundary services for all properties?

How do I know what service I need?

When would I need a Certificate / Declaration of Identity?

What if the services are not located within the boundaries?

What is a Land Registry Compliant Map?

When do I need a Land Registry Compliant Map?

Where can I find out more about registering land in Ireland?

What can I do if I have a dispute with my neighbour over the property boundary?

Will you take measurements of the property?

What are your Terms & Conditions?