How do I read parcel boundaries and measurements?

Parcel boundaries

The outline drawn on the map represents the approximate shape of the selected parcel. A parcel may have four sides or more depending on its actual geometric shape.

Area and perimeter

• Area is the surface enclosed within the parcel boundary.
• Perimeter is the sum of the lengths of the parcel's sides.
• The area may be approximate when computed from the geometry.

Boundary directions

Each boundary is described by its direction:

• North boundary.
• South boundary.
• East boundary.
• West boundary.
• Compound boundaries such as north-east.

What does each boundary contain?

When available, a boundary description may show:

• The boundary length in metres.
• What it is adjacent to, which may be: a neighbouring parcel, a street, a path, or a facility.

The number of streets around the parcel is also shown when available.

Illustrative example

• North boundary: 20 m — bounded by a street.
• South boundary: 20 m — bounded by parcel no. 150.

Open the Interactive Map.