Municipalities

Delivering Reliable Surveying Solutions for Public Works and Community Planning

At Kerr & Potvin Inc., we work closely with municipalities across Eastern Ontario to provide precise, timely, and regulation-compliant surveying services. From infrastructure planning to road allowance closures, our team delivers the accurate information needed for effective decision-making, asset management, and regulatory compliance. We understand the unique requirements of municipal projects and offer tailored solutions to help maintain and develop public infrastructure while protecting community interests.

Our Services for Municipalities

Road Status and Extent Surveys
Determination of the legal limits, status, and extent of municipal roads for planning, maintenance, and legal purposes.

PIN and Title Issue Resolution
Identification and correction of Property Identification Number (PIN) discrepancies, encroachments, and other land title issues affecting municipal property.

Private vs. Public Road Determination
Establishing the legal status of roads to clarify maintenance responsibilities and public access rights.

Road Closures and Abandonments
Preparation of surveys and legal descriptions required for closing or abandoning unused municipal roads in accordance with provincial legislation.

Utility Location Surveys (Roads & Rights-of-Way)
Mapping of above- and below-ground utilities within road allowances to support maintenance, upgrades, and safety compliance.

Access Point Separation Studies
Measurement and documentation of access points along municipal roads to ensure compliance with safety and transportation standards.

Resolution of Historical Road Titles and Bylaws
Research, surveying, and documentation to resolve inconsistencies in historical road ownership, dedication, or bylaw records.

Settlement Road Surveys
Surveying of historic settlement roads to clarify alignments, status, and integration into current road networks.

Ongoing Right-of-Way Management
Monitoring and documentation of rights-of-way to protect municipal interests and facilitate future infrastructure projects.

Right-of-Way and Road Allowance Closures / Deeming
Preparation of plans and legal descriptions to close unused rights-of-way or deem road allowances as part of adjacent properties.

Shore Road Allowance Closures
Surveying and documentation to support the closure and potential sale or transfer of municipal shore road allowances.

Culvert, Bridge, and Hydrographic Surveys
Measurement and mapping of culverts, bridges, and water features for inspection, design, and maintenance purposes.

Road Standards for New and Extended Cottage Roads
Surveying and design compliance checks to ensure new or extended cottage roads meet municipal standards.

Topographic & Site Detail Surveys for Public Works
Mapping of terrain, drainage features, and built infrastructure to support design, maintenance, and expansion of municipal assets.

Land Acquisition and Expropriation Surveys
Preparation of surveys and legal descriptions for municipal land purchases, easements, and expropriations to support infrastructure projects.

Subdivision & Development Agreement Surveys
Verification and documentation of land parcels and infrastructure to ensure compliance with development agreements and municipal requirements