Building and
development is one of the hallmarks of civilization. While there are cultures
that do not build many permanent structures, most of the world regards
architecture and land development as central to progress. In order to build
anything, from a park to a skyscraper, one of the first steps is to survey the
land in question. A land development survey can take many different forms, but
each is designed to help make the most of a piece of property.
Different Types of
Survey
Most of the earliest surveys were topographical in
nature, since the landscape and geography of the world was still being
explored. Today there are still topographic surveys, but many others types as
well. Some of the various kinds of survey include: flood elevation,
construction, boundary, as-built, and ALTA/ACSM surveys. Determining where a
piece of land falls within the local flood plane is very important for builders
and for insurance purposes. A flood certificate is required by most investors
to ensure a property is prepared for the possibility of flooding. Boundary
surveys are most often used when the corners of a parcel of land must be
re-established before a construction or building project can go forward. Each
land development survey, like those listed above, has minimum standards that
determine its usability. If a survey is not completed to the required
specifications, the result could be disastrous for the final development
project.
Trust the Survey
Experts
Since performing accurate surveys is essential to the
future integrity of building projects, it makes sense to trust the experts in
survey taking, such as Chris Nelson & Associates. They are well-versed in
each type of land development survey that your project may require. If you find
that you want to create something out of an empty piece of property or would
like to transform and old development into something different, contact Chris
Nelson & Associates. They will complete your surveys professionally,
accurately, and quickly allowing your land to be developed accordingly.
