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.

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.