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A lot line is the boundary (perimeter) line of a lot or parcel of land.
Lot lines, or property lines, are typically lines plotted on a map, plat or survey.
Lot and Parcel are often used interchangeably;
a Plat Map is a detailed, legal map, often part of a subdivision or parcel map, that shows how a specific tract of land is divided into individual lots or parcels
Lot Line Adjustment in Riverside County:
submit an application package that includes a
Notice of Lot Line Adjustment form
signed by all owners;
and
a legal survey and site map prepared by a registered civil engineer or land surveyor,
and new grant deeds to be recorded.
The adjustment is approved by
Riverside County Planning Department
and processed by the
with final approval contingent on the recorded deeds.
Gather necessary documents
Notice of Lot Line Adjustment form:
complete and notarize this form, making sure all record owners are listed
Survey and maps:
a registered civil engineer or licensed land surveyor must prepare legal survey and site maps
showing the proposed and existing property lines, dimensions, square footage, easements, and other improvements
Legal descriptions:
of any and all lots involved
Recorded deeds:
the new grant deeds reflecting the adjusted property lines must be prepared and ready for recording
Title report:
(or Lot Book Report) dated within the last three months
Lender consent:
if applicable, you will need a letter from lenders or trust deed holders agreeing to the adjustment
Meet the approval criteria:
Parcel consolidation:
the adjustment cannot create a greater number of parcels than originally existed;
any land taken from one parcel must be added to an adjacent one
Consistency with plans:
the adjustment must be consistent with the General Plan and development standards
Legal lots:
all original lots must be legal
Compliance:
the adjustment should not cause existing uses to be out of compliance with any municipal code provisions
Submit the application
submit the completed application package to
Riverside County Planning Department;
pay the required application and plan check fees;
the application will be reviewed by city departments,
and the
Record the new deeds
after all conditions are met, you must submit the new grant deeds to the
to be recorded in the
Office of the County Recorder,
making the lot line adjustment final
To adjust a lot line in Riverside County, you must submit an application to the
Riverside County Surveyor's Office
with specific documents like
current deeds, a preliminary title report, and a survey map prepared by a land surveyor or civil engineer
the adjustment requires that the land transferred is added to an adjacent parcel,
no new parcels are created;
and the resulting lots conform to county and state laws, zoning, and development standards.
will review the application and may add conditions for approval,
such as requiring prepayment of property taxes or relocation of utilities.
The final step is recording the new grant deeds with the
Riverside County Recorder's Office
Application requirements
Completed application form:
with signatures and notarization
Proof of ownership:
current recorded deeds for all involved properties
Preliminary title report:
issued within 30 days of application submission
Legal access documentation:
if any property does not have direct access to a public street
Survey and exhibits:
a map and legal description(s) prepared by a licensed land surveyor or civil engineer
showing the existing and proposed lot lines, structures, utilities, and easements
Site plan:
detailed site plan or plot map required
Photographs:
ground-level panoramic photos of the site
Approval criteria and process
Approval of the Planning Director:
the Director can conditionally approve, disapprove, or find the request doesn't meet the requirements within 30 days of the application being accepted as complete
Conditions for approval:
the adjustment must be consistent with state law, county ordinances, and development standards. Conditions may include conforming to zoning, prepaying taxes, or relocating utilities
No new parcels:
the adjustment must not create more parcels than originally existed
Compliance with laws:
the resulting lots must comply with the General Plan, development standards, and applicable codes
Lot Line Adjustment Map:
a final Lot Line Adjustment Map must be completed and submitted to the
Riverside County Transportation Department
Finalizing the adjustment
Record the deeds:
the applicant is responsible for recording the new grant deeds and the
with the
Provide copies:
a copy of the recorded documents must be submitted to the
Riverside County Transportation Department
Final completion:
the process is not considered complete until all conditions are satisfied and the final recorded documents have been submitted
Lot Line Adjustment v. Easement
A lot line adjustment alters the legal boundaries between two or more adjacent parcels (APNs);
conversely, an easement grants legal right to use a specific portion of another's property for a limited purpose, such as (driveway) access or utilities.
A lot line adjustment changes the shape and location of the property lines themselves,
whereas an easement does not transfer ownership; it adds a right of use on existing property lines.
LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT/CONSOLIDATION PROCESS & SUBMITTAL LIST
FILING INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT APPLICATION
Banning Documents, Applications & Information
City of Banning LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
To apply for
a lot line adjustment
in Palm Springs
submit a completed
to the
City of Palm Springs Planning Department
along with required documents, such as:
title report;
a map prepared by a licensed surveyor;
the current deeds for the properties involved
Lot Line Adjustment
Purpose: To change the legal boundary between two or more adjacent lots, either between different owners or multiple parcels under a single owner.
Result: The number of parcels remains the same, but the boundaries are reconfigured, meaning two lots could be combined into one or their boundaries could be adjusted to create a more functional shape.
Process: involving surveying, legal descriptions, and official recording of new deeds.
example: two neighbors agree to shift the property line between their yards to give one owner a slightly larger backyard and the other a slightly larger front yard, all while ensuring the new lines comply with local zoning and building codes.
Easement
Purpose: To provide a specific, limited right to use another person's property.
Result: The property ownership does not change. The land is still owned by the property owner, but a portion is subject to the easement holder's limited right of use.
Process: A legal agreement, often recorded on the property's title. It is a much simpler process than a lot line adjustment and is not a subdivision of land.
example: a utility easement for a company to run power lines or a water pipe under a part of your yard; an access easement, or right-of-way, that allows a landlocked property to use a portion of a neighbor's land to get to a public road.
Choose a lot line adjustment if:
you need to change the physical boundary of your property to eliminate an encroachment
or
to reconfigure the land for better use.
Choose an easement if:
you only need to grant a right to use a part of your land for a specific, limited purpose, such as a utility company needing access;
or
if a property needs a path across your land for access.
All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Buyers and sellers should conduct their own due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before making decisions.