8. I want to build a garage, can I depend on an ILC to be accurate?

The information stated on an ILC should only be considered as approximate. The certification (state statute) specifically states:

IMPROVEMENT LOCATION CERTIFICATE

I hereby certify that this improvement location certificate was prepared for .... (individual or firm) ...., that it is not a land survey plat or improvement survey plat, and that it is not to be relied upon for the establishment of fence, building, or other future improvement lines.

I further certify that the improvements on the above described parcel on this date, .... (insert date) ...., except utility connections, are entirely within the boundaries of the parcel, except as shown, that there are no encroachments upon the described premises by improvements on any adjoining premises, except as indicated, and that there is no apparent evidence or sign of any easement crossing or burdening any part of said parcel, except as noted.

If you are building a garage or constructing other improvements in which you need to know the location of the property line, you must have a Land Survey Plat conducted.