New Jersey Survey question?

Question

I am reviewing a survey on a property ion New Jersey and the Surveyor has noted "IP found" at some of the corners of the property. What does this mean? Also, some of the property contains wetlands, not active water, but secondary "marshes". There are 50 foot "transition areas" Does anyone know whether or not it is permissable to plant trees, flowers or other vegetation in theses transition areas and whether or not the property owner is permitted to mow the lawn in these transition areas?

Answer 1

I work in land use in New Jersey (wetland delineations). The person above me has the IP part right. The best thing to do is call the NJDEP land use regualation office and make sure. Some areas are more protected than others. If this is your land however I do not forsee you having any problem. The main things that are regulated within the wetland areas are the construction of impervious surfaces or something that is goign to affect the flow of water. Trees and mowing the lawn however dont seem to be a problem. Just make sure the trees you plant are native to New Jersey (no tree of heaven or something like Japanese Honeysuckle).

Check with the DEP but you should have no problem

Answer 2

IP= Iron Pipe

http://eservices.scottsdaleaz.gov/landsurvey/manual/default.asp

I do not see why it would not be permissible to plant trees or flowers. As long as you do not dig. I am a NJ resident as well. I guess for better looking property I guess you can mow that area however you should at least call your local town environmental servieces just to play it safe.