Why NovaScapes?

Determining where a property's boundaries are located can sometimes be a challenging and time-consuming process. Older properties may have limited or unclear documentation, while physical evidence such as old fencing, blazed trees, stone walls, may provide important clues about the original boundaries.

NovaScapes provide a land property investigation service and preliminary boundary research to help clients develop a better understanding of their property before deciding whether a formal survey is necessary.

My work combines title and historical document research, on-the-ground investigation, and low-accuracy handheld GPS measurements to identify and document the approximate location of property boundaries and other relevant features.

Every property is different. Some properties may have abundant documentary and physical evidence, while others may have very little. My approach is to consider all available evidence rather than relying on a single source.

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Over time, property lines can become difficult to locate due to overgrown vegetation, fallen trees, and the loss of older boundary markings. NovaScapes offers property line clearing and tree blazing services to help landowners identify and maintain visible boundary corridors on their land.

• Property Line Clearing — Clearing brush, small trees, and vegetation along an identified property line to improve visibility and access.

• Tree Blazing & Boundary Marking — Creating new blazes on suitable trees along an investigated property line to make the line easier to recognize in the woods.

• Existing Boundary Line Maintenance — Reopening overgrown boundary corridors and refreshing existing tree blazes where appropriate.

• Boundary Visibility Improvements — Helping landowners maintain a recognizable line for ongoing property management, forestry activities, and future reference.

A clearer line today makes future property management easier.

I can also assist landowners who are considering dividing their property into additional parcels. This preliminary assistance can include:

• Reviewing the existing property information

• Discussing the owner's proposed subdivision concept

• Identifying questions that should be investigated before proceeding

• Helping the owner understand the general development process

• Identifying information that may be required for an application

• Helping organize the preliminary steps involved in moving toward a subdivision application

• Assisting the owner in identifying when other professionals or government agencies should become involved