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This site is intended to provide you with information on ALTA Surveying in Minnesota. If you’re looking for a Minnesota Land Surveyor, you’ve come to the right place. If you’d rather talk to someone about your land surveying needs, please call our toll-free number at (888) 808-9783 today. For more information, please continue to read.

ALTA Survey Minnesota

Land Surveyors are professionals who make precise measurements to determine the size and boundaries of a piece of real estate.  While this is a simplistic definition, boundary surveying is one of the most common types of surveying related to home and land owners. If you fall into the following categories, please click on the appropriate link for more information on that subject:

ALTA Survey Minnesota services:

    1. I need to know where my property corners or property lines are. (Boundary Survey)
    2. I have a loan closing or re-finance coming up on my commercial property. (ALTA Survey)
    3. I need a map of my property with contour lines to show elevation differences for my architect or engineer. (Topo Survey – ALTA Survey plus Table A Item 5.)
    4. I’ve just been told I’m in a flood zone or I’ve been told I need an elevation certificate in order to obtain flood insurance or prove I don’t need it. (Flood Survey)
    5. I’m purchasing a lot/property for a commercial use. (ALTA Survey – Item 5 and/or Item 11b may also need to be discussed.)
    6. I’m purchasing a larger tract of land, acreage, that hasn’t been subdivided in the past. (Boundary Survey)
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Lot Survey Demand Is Rising Due to Zoning Changes

Zoning changes in Minneapolis are getting attention for how they affect housing and development. However, most property owners are missing a quieter impact. As zoning rules loosen and land use options expand, the exact definition of a property matters more than it used to. Because of that, more people now

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Why Viral Property Maps Fail Without a Property Line Survey

Over the past few days, Minneapolis has seen a surge of map screenshots shared across social media. People are posting parcel outlines, zoomed-in boundary lines, and aerial views to explain what they believe is happening on the ground. At first glance, those images look official. They feel factual. They even

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Why Climate Flooding Is Driving New Topographic Surveys

Flooding is no longer rare. Over the past few years, heavier rain and longer wet seasons have changed how land behaves across the city. Because of this shift, topographic surveys now play a much bigger role in how people plan, build, and protect property. Early in any project, updated survey

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Due Diligence Survey: Is Your “Road” Actually Legal?

If you’re buying land and the listing says “shared access,” stop and slow down. A due diligence survey can protect you from one of the most expensive surprises in real estate: finding out your “road” works like a handshake deal instead of a real, legal right. And once you close,

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ALTA Title Survey: How to Prepare the Right Way

Getting ready for an ALTA title survey feels stressful for many buyers and developers. The process involves many moving parts, important documents, and lender requirements. However, with the right preparation, you avoid delays, extra costs, and last-minute surprises. Because of that, it helps to understand what the survey shows and

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Flood Alerts Raise Demand for an Elevation Certificate

Minnesota has seen a wave of new flood-risk alerts this season, and many homeowners now want an elevation certificate to understand their true risk. The weather has shifted fast. Storms hit harder, rain falls quicker, and certain neighborhoods notice water pooling in places that never had problems before. Because of

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