What does it mean when someone is described as "vested" in land surveying?

The term "vested" in the context of land surveying and property rights means that an individual or entity has secured rights to the land. This typically indicates that the person has a legal claim to the property, which can be established through ownership, entitlement, or some form of legal interest that grants them certain rights and privileges over the land.

Being "vested" signifies that the rights are definite and protected by law, meaning the individual cannot have these rights easily revoked or disputed without due process. This contrasts with merely being in the process of acquiring land, expressing interest in the property, or leasing it, none of which confer the same level of established rights that ownership or legal entitlement does.