A boundary survey is an important component of property ownership and development in the Midwest. Typically, a boundary survey is used to determine where property boundaries are located. The boundary survey will define the corners of your property, sometimes described as a parcel of land, and will be accompanied by a drawing of the boundary lines from a boundary surveyor. The majority of property owners and developers will purchase a boundary survey for a variety of reasons. Below are several examples: Buying property Dividing a parcel or parcels of land Adding improvements Before building on the property Without a properly.

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It is important to understand that not all land surveys are created equal. Established, and named accordingly, by the American Land Title Association (ALTA), it created a set of minimum standards to follow throughout the surveying industry. The ALTA survey is considered one of the most highly detailed surveys in the industry. Purpose of an ALTA Survey: The American Land Title Association (ALTA) survey is one of the most recognized and highly detailed surveys used by law firms, real estate agents, lenders, and title companies. These professionals use the ALTA survey to obtain specific information about the property during the.

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A land survey is a professional drawing that identifies property boundaries and provides the location of any structures located on the property. Land surveys are extremely important and a necessity for any land owner or prospective land owner. The land survey drawing will depict the four corners of the property and will be marked on the property by a licensed land surveyor. You will use the drawing document and physical markers on the property to establish your property lines or building site. When do you need a Land Survey? There are many reasons why you would need a land survey.

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