Maps and Surveys

Maps and Surveys Office

The City of Rochester does not conduct private property surveys or retain copies of Instrument Survey Maps, which are required by NBD for obtaining building permits. These maps are private documents that the City of Rochester does not receive when a property changes ownership.

If you need an Instrument Survey Map, we recommend reviewing your closing documents or contacting your closing attorney. If these options do not provide the map, you will need to hire a private Professional Land Surveyor. The New York State Association of Professional Land Surveyors offers a "Find a Surveyor" tool on their website to assist you.

The City maintains an official city map that defines the municipal corporate boundaries as well as all public rights-of-way. Records and information relating to the official map and other survey data are available to the public from the Maps and Surveys Office in room 225-B at City Hall. Copies of tax, survey and filed subdivision maps may be obtained on a walk-in basis. Other information is furnished for review and/or pickup through written requests. For quicker service when you get to City Hall, fill out the Records Access Form at home.

The City of Rochester's Maps and Surveys Office (part of the Department of Environmental Services) takes requests related to the official city map. Visit them Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at:

City Hall, Room 225-B
30 Church Street
Rochester, NY 14614
(585) 428-6873

Fees  

Duplication fees are charged for routine maps.  A copy of this City of Rochester Street Map is available for purchase.