New ALTA Survey Standards from ALTA/ACSM
The ALTA Survey Standards are being revised and will become effective February 23, 2011.
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"Survey Land Twice, Clear-Cut Once"
I read an article with the above title that reminded me of surveys I’ve been involved with over the years. In most cases the land owner hired a logging company to clear-cut their property and the loggers got over the … Continue reading →
The History of Land Surveying
Land surveying is just about the oldest professions around the world. Ever since man has decided that a section of land should be owned by a tribe, the necessity of surveying began. Land surveying is fascinating. The ways used try … Continue reading →
How To Find Your Home On FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps
FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are issued after a flood risk assessment has been completed or updated for a community. This study is known as a Flood Insurance Study. The FIRM shows the Base Flood Elevations (BFEs) and insurance … Continue reading →