ALTA defines the data that is needed to be shown on the survey and includes boundary lines, exact location of ancillary buildings, location of the main property including the improvements being done, identification of additional resources like water, gas, telephone etc. It results in the formation of well-detailed maps. Such surveys are quite complex, expensive and require the services of a profession land surveyor who is adept with ALTA practices. This is the very reason that most of the times ALTA land title surveys are performed on commercial buildings only.
Another important to note with ALTA building permit survey is that it guarantees to meet the requirements detailed by the American Land Title Association, National Society of Professional Surveyors and also the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping.
If you are looking for a professional surveyor that can help you out in conducting such surveys for your residential or commercial building, there is no reason to worry at all. There are numerous reputed agencies working in such domains that can be easily found using a little bit of internet search. Before finalizing anyone just confirm that the agency has the necessary licenses to carry out the job and have a good experience in the industry.
