Blog · September 27, 2026
What Is a Sight Triangle on a Plat
A sight triangle, or vision easement, keeps the corner of a lot clear so drivers can see cross traffic.
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The plat draws a triangle at the intersection and limits fences, walls, and shrubs above a certain height. The distances are on the note.
On the recorded sheet
A privacy fence that is legal on a side line can still violate the triangle at the corner.
The mix-up to avoid
The triangle is an easement or a building limit. It is not extra right of way unless the plat says the corner was dedicated.
Find the county map
Start at Platbookmapper, search the county, and open the local GIS link. Write down the parcel number before you compare the screen to a paper plat.
Not a survey. County GIS and tax parcel maps are assessment and planning layers. They are not a substitute for a recorded plat, deed, or licensed survey.