Why Is Cadastral Mapping Important?

Why Cadastral Mapping is Important
Cadastral mapping is the only means of providing accurate, legitimate, comprehensive, precise, and readily available records of information regarding legal land rights.

Why are cadastral maps useful?

Cadastral surveys document the boundaries of land ownership, by the production of documents, diagrams, sketches, plans (plats in the US), charts, and maps. They were originally used to ensure reliable facts for land valuation and taxation.

What is a cadastral map used for?

Cadastral maps enable the assessor to determine the location of property, indicate the size and shape of each parcel and reveal geographic relationships that affect property value.

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