Strata Survey

A strata survey in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) is a specialized type of land survey used to define individual ownership units within a larger multi-unit development, such as condominiums, apartment buildings, or other shared property structures. This survey divides the property into separate, legally recognized strata or units that each have their own title, allowing individual ownership within a shared development. The surveyor accurately maps out each unit’s boundaries, shared spaces, and common areas (e.g., hallways, elevators, or recreational spaces), as well as any easements or access rights associated with the property.

In the BVI, strata surveys are essential for ensuring that the rights and responsibilities of unit owners are clearly defined, facilitating property sales, rentals, and legal processes within multi-unit developments. The survey results are used to register each unit individually in the Land Registry, creating distinct property titles that can be bought, sold, or leased independently of the larger development. This is particularly important in a place like the BVI, where property values in coastal and tourist areas are high, and demand for legally distinct, individually owned units within larger developments is significant. Strata surveys also support effective property management and maintenance planning by delineating private and common ownership spaces.