When Is a Land Survey Necessary?

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HOW FREQUENTLY SHOULD YOU PERFORM A LAND SURVEY?
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• As anyone in the construction industry knows,
  there are a lot of factors that go into
  completing a project safely and on schedule. Of
  course, one of the most important elements is
  having a clear understanding of the land where
  the work will be taking place. Thats why land
  surveys are so critical. A land survey, also
  sometimes referred to as a property survey, is an
  important tool that provides critical information
  about a piece of property. This information can
  be used for a variety of purposes, such as
  determining boundaries, identifying features, and
  creating a map.

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• Over time, features on the land may change (e.g.,
  trees may be removed or new structures may be
  built) and these changes can impact the accuracy
  of the original survey. In some cases, more
  frequent surveys may be necessary (e.g., before
  and after construction projects). By having a
  regular schedule for surveying land, you can
  ensure that you always have up-to-date
  information.
• But how frequently should these surveys be
  conducted? Lets take a closer look.

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Types of Land Surveys
ALTA Survey
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Boundary Survey
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Location Survey
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Subdivision Survey
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Construction Survey
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Topographical Survey
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Site-Planning Survey
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ALTA Survey
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• ALTA stands for American Land Title
  Association. ALTA surveys are done when someone
  is buying a home or investment property. Before
  issuing title insurance, a title company will
  oftentimes require an ALTA survey.
• This survey can also be referred to as a
  mortgage survey because many lenders require them
  to provide financing.

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Boundary Survey

• This survey is very basically used to
  determine the exact boundaries of a property.
  Essentially, it provides the outline of the
  property boundaries and corners of the property.
• Boundary surveys can be used for personal
  records, locating easements, or settling legal
  disputes.

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Location Survey

• A location survey is quite similar to a boundary
  survey. However, these surveys also include any
  improvements that have been made to the property.
  They will detail the location and dimensions of
  any improvements, as well as the distance between
  the improvements and the propertys boundary
  lines.
• These surveys are often required to obtain a
  zoning permit.

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Subdivision Survey
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• Subdivision surveys are done when someone
  needs to divide a piece of land into multiple
  areas to build a subdivision. These surveys must
  be filed in the land records at the recorders
  office and are required to create subdivision
  plans.
• A subdivision survey is necessary for the
  construction of a subdivision.

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Construction Survey

• These surveys are used to determine what areas to
  build on and measure the distance between the
  planned developments. These surveys are largely
  for construction workers use.
• The surveyors of a construction survey will stake
  out and mark where the planned improvements or
  structures will be located on the property before
  construction begins.

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Site-Planning Survey

• Site-planning surveys are often also
  referred to as plot plans. These surveys are
  used for planning any developments for
  improvements to a site. Basically, to make a
  site-planning survey, the desired
  structure/improvement is drawn inside the current
  boundary survey. 
• This survey is then often required to apply
  for and receive a building permit.

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Topographical Survey

• A topographical survey details the
  location and dimensions of all man-made and
  natural features that are within the boundaries
  of a property. This includes everything from
  fences and buildings to bushes and streams.
  Surveyors will also record the elevations of each
  of these features.
• These surveys are used by engineers and
  architects to plan for any site improvements.
• Sometimes a combination of these surveys
  may be required before any work can be done
  such as for land development.

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When Should You Get a Land Survey?

• There are many times when it is a good idea to
  get a land survey. Some of the most common cases
  where you would need to get a land survey are
  if 
• You are selling a property.
• You are purchasing a property.
• You are getting an elevation certificate.
• You are building a fence.
• You are refinancing or getting a mortgage.
• While there are, of course, many other situations
  where you may need to perform a land survey,
  these are the most common scenarios.

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• In general, you should get a land survey anytime
  you are planning to make an improvement to your
  property, selling or buying a property,
  subdividing your property, or making financing
  decisions. The times when you need to perform a
  land survey may also be determined on a
  state-by-state basis, so make sure you check with
  your states regulations before deciding that you
  can postpone the surveying process.

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How Often Should You Get a Land Survey?

• When it comes to the frequency of land surveys,
  theres no one size fits all answer. While the
  frequency of surveys varies depending on your
  needs, its generally recommended to have one
  performed every five or seven years. If youre
  making major changes such as adding onto an
  existing structure then we recommend following up
  with a survey within 365 days after completion in
  order ensure accuracy when describing those
  alterations from their original condition prior
  using certified Survey data. This verifies that
  the change has been accurately reflected back at
  us so that no errors slip through our cracks!
• The exact frequency that you should be performing
  a land survey is extremely dependent on how often
  your property is changing. A land survey of any
  type does not come with a specific expiration
  date. Instead, it is something that must be
  updated any time a change to your property is
  made.

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In Conclusion

• If you are in need of a land survey for your
  property, it is important to contact a reputable
  and experienced surveying company as soon as
  possible. At AAA Group, we have years of
  experience performing accurate land surveys for
  our clients. We understand the importance of
  having up-to-date information about your
  property, and we are here to help you get the
  results you need. After all, without the properly
  detailed land survey, no improvements can be made
  and it can be much harder to resolve any legal
  disputes as well.
• Contact us today to schedule your land survey!

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York, United States
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