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A recombination survey in North Carolina boundary law reconfirms and reconfigures property lines when a single tract of land divides into multiple parcels. In probate, heirs often inherit a parent’s or relative’s real estate. Without precise boundaries, dividing that land can lead to confusion, disputes, and delays.

A licensed surveyor gathers existing deed descriptions, plats, and physical markers. They conduct field work to locate monuments and measure lines. The surveyor then prepares a map of the original tract and plots new parcels according to heirs’ ownership shares.

Under North Carolina General Statute § 47-30, courts appoint commissioners to partition property among heirs. A recombination survey provides those commissioners with clear maps and legal descriptions. This transparency speeds court approval and title changes.

By using a recombination survey, heirs receive distinct, surveyed lots. They obtain accurate acreage figures and a precise legal description for each parcel. This process reduces the risk of boundary overlap or gaps. It also simplifies mortgage or title transfers if an heir sells their share.

Key Benefits of a Recombination Survey

• Clarifies boundaries with precise measurements and monuments
• Assigns accurate acreage or acreage equivalencies to heirs
• Reduces disputes and litigation among beneficiaries
• Speeds court-appointed partition under G.S. 47-30 (ncleg.gov/GS_47-30)
• Supports clear title transfer and new deed preparation
• Provides a cost-effective solution compared to contested partitions

Contact Pierce Law Group

Dividing inherited property can feel overwhelming. Pierce Law Group’s attorneys bring extensive probate administration experience. Let us guide you through a recombination survey and secure clear title for each heir. Contact us at (919) 341-7055 or email intake@piercelaw.com to schedule a consultation.