rajankäynneissä

Rajankäynneissä refers to the process of establishing and marking the boundary between adjacent properties in Finland. This is a legal and administrative procedure undertaken to clearly define land ownership and prevent disputes. The process is typically initiated by one or more property owners who wish to formalize their boundaries, especially when a new property is created, a property is sold, or existing boundaries are unclear or disputed.

The actual boundary marking, known as rajankäynti, is carried out by a licensed surveyor appointed by the National Land Survey of Finland (Maanmittauslaitos). The surveyor will consult existing property documents, historical records, and on-site evidence to determine the correct boundary. If necessary, the surveyor will physically mark the boundary with boundary stones or other markers. All affected property owners are invited to attend the boundary marking session, and their input is considered.

Following the physical marking, a formal report and map are created by the surveyor. This documentation is then registered with the National Land Survey, legally confirming the new or reaffirmed boundary. This official record serves as the definitive proof of the property line and is crucial for future land use, construction, and any legal transactions involving the property. The costs of a rajankäynti are typically shared among the involved property owners.