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ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys

The Gold Standard in Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence

Comprehensive survey management for single and multi-site transactions, delivered in a standardized format with legal descriptions and certifications clearly displayed.

Overview

An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is the most detailed and comprehensive type of boundary survey available, prepared to meet the standards jointly developed by the American Land Title Association and the National Society of Professional Surveyors. These surveys are essential for commercial real estate transactions, providing title insurance companies, lenders, and buyers with the information needed to make informed decisions.

Download the 2026 ALTA/NSPS Standards (PDF)

Key Features

  • Precise boundary delineation with recorded deed analysis
  • Location of all improvements, including buildings, parking areas, and utilities
  • Identification of easements, rights-of-way, and encroachments
  • Flood zone determination and certification
  • Table A optional items tailored to transaction requirements
  • Digital deliverables compatible with GIS and CAD systems

Why Choose American National

Risk Mitigation

Identify potential title issues, encroachments, and easement conflicts before closing.

Lender Compliance

Meet the requirements of institutional lenders and title insurance underwriters.

Transaction Speed

Our nationwide network ensures timely delivery even for complex multi-site portfolios.

Table A Optional Items

The 2026 ALTA/NSPS standards include optional Table A items that can be added to customize your survey based on transaction requirements. Common selections include:

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1. Monuments placed (or a reference monument or witness to the corner)
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2. Address(es) of the surveyed property
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3. Flood zone classification (per FEMA FIRM or state/local equivalent)
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4. Gross land area (and other areas if specified by the client)
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5. Vertical relief with source of information, contour interval, datum, and benchmark
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6. (a) Zoning classification, setbacks, height/floor restrictions, parking requirements (b) Graphical depiction of setback requirements
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7. (a) Exterior dimensions of buildings (b) Square footage of footprint and other areas (c) Measured height of buildings
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8. Substantial features observed (parking lots, billboards, signs, pools, landscaped areas, refuse)
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9. Number and type of parking spaces (disabled, motorcycle, regular); striping on surface areas
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10. Determination of relationship and location of division or party walls with adjoining properties
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11. Evidence of underground utilities (a) plans/reports provided by client (b) private utility locate markings
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12. Governmental Agency survey-related requirements (e.g., HUD surveys, BLM leases)
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13. Names of adjoining owners according to current tax records
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14. Distance to nearest intersecting street
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15. Features shown using imagery with client agreement on source, date, licensing, and precision note
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16. Evidence of recent earth moving work, building construction, or building additions
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17. Proposed changes in street right of way lines; evidence of recent street/sidewalk construction or repairs
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18. Plottable offsite (appurtenant) easements disclosed in documents provided to or obtained by surveyor
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19. Professional Liability Insurance policy in minimum amount specified, in effect throughout contract term
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20. Summary table of observed encroachments: boundary lines, easements, setbacks, and access/use issues

Our Process

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Order Intake

Receive transaction details, site information, and required Table A items.

2

Surveyor Assignment

Match your project with qualified local surveyors from our vetted network.

3

Field Work

On-site data collection including measurements, observations, and photography.

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Quality Review

Internal QA/QC process ensures accuracy and compliance with ALTA standards.

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Delivery

Certified survey delivered digitally with all supporting documentation.

Ready to Get Started?

Request a quote for your next project or contact our team to discuss your specific requirements.