Why Is an Independent Boundary Survey Important in Phuket?

A survey helps compare the title plan with fences, walls, roads, buildings, drains and neighbouring occupation. This matters on hillside, rural, waterfront and irregular plots where a small discrepancy can affect access, setbacks, retaining walls or buildable area. Do not rely only on a developer’s site plan. The surveyor and lawyer should reconcile the physical markers with Land Office records and explain any encroachment.

The purpose of due diligence is not to make every risk disappear; it is to identify who owns what, what is permitted, what is promised, who must perform and what remedy exists. Slow down when documents, names or explanations do not match.

This is general guide information only; obtain current independent Thai legal, tax, financial or technical advice for the specific transaction.