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This site is intended to provide you with information on ALTA Surveying in San Diego. If you’re looking for a San Diego 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 San Diego

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 San Diego 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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Why UAV Survey Workflows Are Changing for Compliance

A UAV Survey used to be simple. A surveyor planned the flight, collected the data, processed the files, and delivered the results. For years, that workflow worked well. However, things have changed. New drone rules, supply concerns, and airspace limits are now forcing surveyors to rethink how they work. As

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CEQA Reform Is Changing How LiDAR Mapping Supports Permits

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Ground Sinking Risks: Why a Flood Elevation Survey Is Urgent

If you live or own property, you may have seen recent news about parts of the region slowly sinking. The changes are small, often measured in millimeters, yet they matter more than most people realize. When the ground shifts, flood risk can change too. That’s why a flood elevation survey

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Construction Staking Survey: Avoid Costly Grade Errors

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Why Zoning Changes Increase Demand for ALTA Title Surveys

San Diego is changing fast. New housing rules, tighter zoning reviews, and louder public input now shape how land gets approved. As a result, ALTA title surveys are showing up earlier and more often in real estate deals. Buyers, lenders, and developers want clarity before projects face delays. And right

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How New Rules Will Change Drone Survey Work Forever

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