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With the adoption of the 2016 Minimum Standard Detail Requirements for ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, surveyors must now provide an organized summary of notes of the easements burdening a property. The summary is based upon documentation provided to the surveyor (i.e. Title Commitments and underlying documents) or otherwise obtained per Section 4 of the standards. Learn more.

You’ve finally signed off on your new office building, medical center, hotel, warehouse, or a piece of land to build on. The purchase process may be over but maximizing long-term use of the property as well as the safety of those who utilize it must become a priority. Learn More.

Every 8 years the ASTM standards sunset and need to be revised. That time period is soon to pass as related to the release of the 13 standards, in particular E1527. The ASTM E50 Committee on Environmental Assessments began work in 2018 and has continued to work steadily with the hope of drafting, approving and passing the new standard for ASTM E1527 by the end 2019 that will result in its publication in 2020.

Within the surveyor’s certification of an ALTA Survey additional transaction parties may be listed at the discretion of the client and surveyor. Learn about the responsibilities of the surveyor and client during the certification process to ensure a smooth and easy transaction.

When purchasing property, one of the major concerns for the buyers, lenders and title companies is the access to the public roadway. Learn what the responsibility of the surveyor is in reporting this issue.

Whether you’re considering a standard property condition assessment or a specialized report for your commercial property, it’s important to consider the amount of detail needed in the report before reaching a decision. Learn more.

Concerning surveying, when requesting Optional Table A Item 3 - Flood Zone Classification on an ALTA Land Title Survey, it’s important to note that the surveyor is only responsible for reporting the zone based upon the current flood maps. Learn more.

When deciding which optional survey items are best for your commercial property, it’s important to carefully consider the Minimum Standard Detail Requirements. If you’re looking for detailed information on property improvements included on your survey, Optional Table A Item 8 might be a good fit for you. Learn more.

By implementing an energy audit on your commercial property, you can reduce operating costs through all stages of a building’s lifecycle. Learn more.

One of the most requested sections of the municipal zoning code is the right to rebuild in the event of casualty to a nonconforming structure. In this blog post, we will discuss what this is and why it is so important. Learn more.