When going for land inspection, don’t just admire the environment, also make sure to verify the following.
1. Title & Ownership
* Ask for the title document (C of O, Registered Deed, Gazette, etc.)
* Confirm the land is free from government acquisition
* Verify the name on the title matches the seller
2. Survey & Location Accuracy
* Request the survey plan
* Check that the beacons are visible and intact
* Confirm the land matches the coordinates on the survey
3. Access Road
* Ensure there’s a motorable access road
* Confirm the road is not a future disputed right-of-way
4. Land Condition
* Check if the land is dry or waterlogged
* Look out for erosion, flood paths, or swampy soil
5. Neighborhood & Development
* Observe ongoing developments around
* Ask about security, electricity, and drainage
* Know who the neighbors are.
6. Community Issues
* Ask if there are family or community claims
* Confirm if all local dues have been settled
* Avoid “pay later” verbal agreements
7. Zoning & Use
* Confirm the land use: residential, commercial, industrial
* Avoid buying residential land in industrial zones (or vice versa)
8. Measurements
* Measure the land physically
* Don’t rely only on “half plot / full plot” claims
9. Government Markings
* Watch out for red paint, inscriptions, or pegs
* Ask what past markings mean.