In real estate and land surveying, metes and bounds is a method of describing land by detailing its boundary lines, terminal points, and angles. This system uses directions and distances, often beginning at a known point of reference, to trace the perimeter of a parcel.
Metes and bounds descriptions are commonly used for irregularly shaped parcels or in areas where the rectangular survey system does not apply. Because the description follows the physical boundaries of the property, it relies heavily on accurate measurements and clearly defined reference points to establish the limits of ownership.
