Vancouver Property Lines: How much of your property do you really own?
Do you notice anything suspicious about the property lines in relation to the houses in this pic from the City of Vancouver's geo-map program Van Map? Yes, most of those houses encroach onto either city property or their neighbours property. Now the city does give a disclaimer not to trust these lines from Van Map, but I bet they are pretty darn close. Buying an older home, especially in Kitsilano? Be sure to get a survey so that you are aware, or title insurance to protect yourself from liabilites that could result from any possible encroachments like these.
Matthew Collinge: Vancouver REALTOR®
