In the case of multiple boundary descriptions for the same parcel, which one is controlling?

When determining which boundary description is controlling for a parcel when multiple descriptions exist, the principle that applies is based on legal precedence and surveying standards. Typically, the most authoritative boundary description is one which is officially recorded. In cases where multiple descriptions exist, one description often holds priority due to legislation or established surveying practices.

In many jurisdictions, boundary descriptions are prioritized based on their clarity, precision, and legal validity. This means that while other descriptions may provide useful information, only one will be recognized as definitive in legal proceedings, land transactions, or property delineation. The controlling description is typically the one that best represents the intentions of the parties involved and conforms to legal standards, oftentimes being the most recent or the most accurately surveyed.

While all descriptions may provide context and can sometimes hold value in different situations, only one description will be upheld in a legal context as the one that delineates the boundaries of the property definitively. This ensures consistency and aids in resolving ambiguities that may arise from conflicting descriptions.