Who is responsible for setting the legal description of a property?

The responsibility for setting the legal description of a property falls to the surveyor. A surveyor is a licensed professional who precisely assesses land boundaries and prepares legal documentation that details the property's dimensions, boundaries, and any easements or encroachments that may exist. This legal description is critical in defining the exact location and boundaries of the property for transactions, ensuring clarity in ownership and title.

While real estate agents may facilitate transactions and provide information about properties, they are not responsible for creating legal descriptions. Title companies focus on the aspects of property transfers, such as ensuring clear titles and facilitating closings, but they do not establish the legal descriptions themselves. Property owners may provide information about their property, but it is ultimately the surveyor who verifies and finalizes the legal description necessary for formal documentation.