Definition and Purpose
ALTA/NSPS surveys, also known as “identify surveys,” are comprehensive surveys conducted according to standards set by way of the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS).
– Ideal for: Commercial assets transactions, refinancing, or improvement tasks requiring particular facts on property obstacles, easements, encumbrances, and enhancements.
Purpose
– Definition and Purpose: Topographic surveys map the terrain and physical functions of a property, which includes elevation adjustments, contours, herbal and guy-made functions, and plant life.
– Ideal for: Engineering and creation projects, site planning, drainage design, and landscape architecture requiring correct topographic statistics.
– Key Features: Detailed representation of floor functions, elevation contours, spot elevations, and present infrastructure.