About
Kerr & Potvin Inc. is a professional land surveying and geospatial consulting firm founded by Ontario Land Surveyors Brian Kerr and Luke Potvin. Together, we bring more than forty years of combined experience to Eastern Ontario.
We provide surveying and consulting services that help clients understand property boundaries, opportunities, and constraints. Our clients include homeowners, municipalities, lawyers, realtors, and developers working with:
Division of estate properties or severances
Right-of-way status
Boundary questions
Mapping and illustrations for development or construction
Our services are delivered with transparency and a focus on providing information that supports informed decisions.
What We Do
At Kerr & Potvin Inc., we begin with thorough research of title records and boundary information to build a clear understanding of each property. From there, we recommend practical approaches to address any issues identified. Our work includes legal land surveys to confirm existing boundaries or establish new ones, and coordination with municipal approval agencies when needed.
We collaborate with planners, engineers, and lawyers on matters involving zoning, bylaws, and other regulations, and can provide support where legal proceedings require survey evidence. For property owners pursuing severances, we assist with the entire process: research, application preparation, coordination with professionals, preparation of the Reference Plan, and registration with the Land Registry Office.
When new construction is planned, we provide field surveys and location plans to confirm that proposed structures align with municipal requirements. For grading, drainage planning, or design purposes, we prepare topographic surveys that show elevations, grades, and key site features in relation to property boundaries.
The Problems We Solve
Surveying in rural areas such as farmland, undeveloped properties, and small municipalities often presents unique challenges. Older records may be incomplete, unclear, or inconsistent with what exists on the ground. This can create uncertainty over property boundaries, access rights, and ownership.
We also assist with:
Cottage area disputes involving rights-of-way or shared waterfront access
Family estate divisions affected by modern bylaw requirements
Municipal road ownership issues where public, private, and right-of-way designations are uncertain
In these situations, we prepare existing-conditions surveys that give lawyers, planners, and municipalities certified information to support resolution.
Why Choose Kerr & Potvin?
Deep local knowledge in Carleton Place, the Ottawa Valley, and Eastern Ontario
Direct access to Ontario Land Surveyors—your survey is performed and certified by a licensed professional
Responsive service with open, timely communication
Commitment to innovation, using GPS, total stations, drones, and modern workflows to deliver precise results
Personalized approach that adapts to the unique conditions of every property
Whether you are a homeowner planning a severance, a municipality managing infrastructure, or a developer preparing a project, Kerr & Potvin Inc. provides the professional surveying services needed to move forward with confidence.
