What Are the Different Types of Land Surveys?
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What Are the Different Types of Land Surveys?
There are a few distinct categories of land surveys to choose from. Figuring out what kind of survey you require can at times feel like a bit of a maze to navigate. A land surveying company can assist you in analyzing your needs and selecting the survey that will meet those requirements in an effective manner.
When it comes to dealing with a real estate investment, getting a land survey completed can make all the difference. It is of the utmost importance to get all of the pertinent information regarding your property. If you make decisions concerning a piece of property without having all of the key details, you will probably end up making a poor investment.
Boundary Surveys
A conventional boundary survey is both one of the most basic and common types of land surveys. It is also one of the most important. This survey will define the borders of a piece of property, which is the primary objective of the project. It is necessary for a land surveyor to conduct research about the property's previous owners. They will need all of the documentation and papers linked with the land, which can provide light on the exact borders of the property.
Your land surveyor will also need to do a physical survey of the property and collect measurements of it.
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
One of the forms of a land survey that is among the most comprehensive is called an ALTA/NSPS land title survey. The American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors collaborated on the development of the criteria that must be met to conduct a land survey that satisfies the requirements of an ALTA/NSPS land survey (NSPS).
ALTA/NSPS land surveys are typically carried out during the purchasing and selling of residential or commercial property. This survey provides information on all of the many aspects of the property's physical characteristics. The following categories will be covered in depth in these surveys:
- Border markers
- Locations of all structures
- Building alterations that may have been made
- List of any easements on the property
Additionally, you have the opportunity to provide details about subterranean utilities, building heights, square footage, and underground structures.
As you make several decisions about your property, mortgage lenders and title firms frequently need these surveys.
Construction Surveys
In order to decide where to develop on a certain piece of land, construction surveys are helpful. Before building a structure, they are used to evaluate the blueprints and make sure the project can move forward.
Location Surveys
A location survey is a boundary survey with added information, like specifics on all alterations or additions to the property. A location survey makes sure that all zoning regulations and property lines are adhered to locally. You need to submit this kind of survey if you're requesting a zoning permission.
Topographic Surveys
A topographic survey locates and depicts the existing features on a piece of property's surface. This covers both organic and artificial features. Using a topographic survey, you can:
- Natural topographic features
- Water
- Buildings
- Roads
- Utilities
This is not a complete list. In a nutshell,
a land survey of a piece of property will identify anything that is on the land's surface.
Subdivision Surveys
When splitting a piece of property into multiple portions, a subdivision survey is used. This study is carried out to make sure that each of the planned individual parcels complies with all applicable local laws.
A subdivision proposal will be rejected if it doesn't adhere to the local zoning regulations. You can calculate how many pieces can be separated from the bigger plot of land using a subdivision survey.
Talk to a Land Surveyor About Your Survey Needs
What kind of survey is best for you should be easily discernible by an expert land surveyor. JBL Mapping has extensive expertise conducting all different kinds of land surveys. To make sure that our surveys are accurate and highly detailed, we use the most recent technologies.
In order to realize your idea, we are delighted to assist you with any real estate project. Whenever your survey is finished, we'll provide you a hard copy as well as a digital copy. To receive a free quotation right now, fill out our online contact form or give us a call 516.503.9898
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