It cannot be understated just how important of a role an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey plays in both commercial and residential property development. These surveys follow nationally recognized standards developed by the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS), helping lenders, title companies, attorneys, and property owners clearly understand the boundaries and physical conditions of a property.

When preparing for a boundary retracement survey, you might wonder what you can do to keep the process moving efficiently. Many want to help expedite the process, no matter if they booked a Land Survey Plat, Improvement Survey Plat, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey, or another type of professional land survey.

If you are buying, selling, or developing property, deadlines can get tight. Along the way, you will need an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey. However, with shifting deadlines, many are often left asking “Can I get an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey right away?” The surprising answer is no.

If you’ve ever reviewed a professional land survey plat or report, you may have seen notes or callouts labeled “Areas of Concern.” That comes as a shock to some clients, especially those who are unfamiliar with the land surveying process. But we want to define what an “area of concern” is and what this term means for your survey that might impact the development project.