Interpreting Land Records 2nd Edition by Donald Wilson 9781118746875 1118746872

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ISBN 10: 1118746872

ISBN 13: 9781118746875

Author: Donald A. Wilson

Interpreting Land Records is the industry’s most complete guide to researching and understanding the historical records germane to land surveying. Coverage includes boundary retracement and the primary considerations during new boundary establishment, as well as an introduction to historical records and guidance on effective research and interpretation. This new edition includes a new chapter titled “Researching Land Records,” and advice on overcoming common research problems and insight into alternative resources when official records are unavailable. Topical case studies provide helpful, plain-language descriptions of methods, problems, and resolutions, and appendices provide definitions, context, and modern interpretation of historical words and phrases. The text features exhaustive coverage and notes, with hundreds of case law citations annotated with expert insight that gives readers the complete background of the methods and techniques discussed.

Boundary retracement entails the recovery of historical documents related to the original boundary, correct interpretation and analysis, and the accurate application of historic survey principles with correlation to conditions on the ground. This builds a legally-sound defense to the location of the boundary, and is crucial element to any project or transaction concerning land. Interpreting Land Records is the pre-eminent reference to help readers:

• Interpret historical land records, understanding their creation and documentation
• Become familiar with the various methods of historic surveys
• Overcome common research issues, including lost or corrupted records
• Establish boundaries free of vagueness or abstraction, with clear documentation

Haphazard retracement leaves a boundary open to dispute and complicates future retracement efforts. Accuracy depends in part on quality research and the accurate interpretation of available documents. Interpreting Land Records provides comprehensive, practical guidance toward retracement based on sound evidence and technique.

Table of contents:

1 Introduction to Land Records 

2 Geometry of the Description 

3 Records Research: Title Search or Deed Search 

4 Researching Land Records 

5 Rules of Construction 

6 Relative Importance of Conflicting Elements 

7 Exceptions and Reservations 

8 Words and Phrases 

9 The Use of Extrinsic Evidence 

10 Maps, Plats, Plans, and Charts 

11 Pictures 

12 Document Examination 

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