What should an RPR (Real Property Report) cost?

[R-Audi]

Any recommendations on who to use?

[benyl]

I feel like the last one I paid for was around $500.

[roopi]

Paid $500 last week with tax for an update. Usually the cheapest way to update an RPR is to call the original surveyor that is stamped on the RPR. A new one will probably be about $700-$800.

Also the city charges $169 for a compliance stamp. I don't know if this is something that is required or not for a real estate transaction though.

[Kloubek]

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Paid $500 last week with tax for an update. Usually the cheapest way to update an RPR is to call the original surveyor that is stamped on the RPR. A new one will probably be about $700-$800.

Also the city charges $169 for a compliance stamp. I don't know if this is something that is required or not for a real estate transaction though.

It absolutely is, if any changes have been made since the original RPR. (Deck, fence, etc).

I just went through this. The best suggestion was the one where you go to the original surveyor company, as it is super simple for them to give you a new one if nothing has changed. If it has, they just need to make additions. I think my updated report was about half a g.

[roopi]

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It absolutely is, if any changes have been made since the original RPR. (Deck, fence, etc).

I just went through this. The best suggestion was the one where you go to the original surveyor company, as it is super simple for them to give you a new one if nothing has changed. If it has, they just need to make additions. I think my updated report was about half a g.

Does city compliance check for permits? I need to go get a compliance stamp done but I know the deck doesn't have a permit. So might get that first if I have to.

[Sugarphreak]

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[ExtraSlow]

Timely discussion, I need to get a retroactive development permit for the carport at my mom's house. Or maybe it's a building permit. That'll be fun.

[Kloubek]

The city doesn't, but an up to date RPR with approval will be expected in most real estate contracts.

Note what I didn't realize: The deck doesn't have to have a permit. That's separate. I spent a lot of time and effort trying to make sure my deck was compliant, when later I was told they didn't care if it was for the RPR. But the fact the structure exists must be on the RPR. You could try passing off any old RPR but that could very well torpedo a sale so I wouldn't recommend it.

[kenny]

During our last sale, I called the company on the RPR to update it and it was $350 or so to update with the deck I built.

[R-Audi]

Updated RPR is going to cost me $495 through the same company that previously did it, plus then $169 for city certification on my own, company would do it for $275.


Kicker for me now is that I had AC installed w/o a permit.. not the best looking back, but didnt know any better. Luckily it fits within the new bylaw guidelines, so I wont need a relaxation, just hoping I dont need an electrical permit.

[Kloubek]

Whether the AC has a permit or not is a matter between you and the potential buyer. When I sold my last place I had developed most of my basement without a permit. My deck didn't have one either. As long as you are upfront, if they accept that then it is a non-issue. I am unsure if the AC box needs to be factored into the RPR, but if you are getting an RPR anyway it should be a non issue as long as it's placement is compliant.

[R-Audi]

New bylaws state it has to be set back a min of 8" from the property line, so thankfully we are safe. (Attached infill, AC on the side so it is tight, luckily 22" as I tested last year with a new mower)

[schurchill39]

Just got an RPR done and the compliance certification is now $199 from the city. We just got it kicked back from the city saying "structure(s) that may not meet bylaw and a review of previous approvals is required" which I'm being told could be another 2 weeks. Looking at the city bylaws the only thing I can figure it is is either my deck which under current bylaws would need a permit even though it didn't when it was built, or the privacy fence I have is too tall.

What happens now? Surveyors said we need to wait to see what the city comes up with then apply for an easement? But how does this effect the sale of my house? I assume everything still goes through but there is some kind of hold back until its squared away? Anyone dealt with this shit before?

[brucebanner]

The perspective buyers can sign off on your current RPR if they want and continue with the purchase of your home if they have no issues.

[Thaco]

we bought a place a few months ago, seller asked if they could supply the RPR they got from when they bought the place which was only 4 years ago, doesn't appear anything changed since then so we accepted it.

[ercchry]

Title insurance if no accurate RPR

[jacky4566]

If anyone else needs. Absolute Surveys in Okotoks are pretty great to deal with.

[schurchill39]

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If anyone else needs. Absolute Surveys in Okotoks are pretty great to deal with.

I have heard this multiple times. Tried to get them out to my house in SE Calgary but they were booked up when I needed it which is a good problem to have for them. I ended up using ARC Surveys and have been happy thus far, we will see how they handle this curve ball.

[suntan]

Pang Surveys? Isn't that who everybody uses?