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

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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 Chicago 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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How to Find Property Survey Markers and What They Mean

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What Surveying Companies Find That 811 Utility Markings Miss

811 markings show where public utilities run, but they don’t include private lines, exact positions, or full site details.  What does 811 actually mark before you dig? 811 marks the approximate location of public utility lines like gas, electric, water, and communication lines. It helps reduce the risk of hitting

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Do You Need a Land Surveyor for Building Permits? 

You submit your plans. You expect a quick approval. Then the city sends them back. This happens all the time in Chicago. It is not always about design. In many cases, the problem is simple. The city cannot confirm where things sit on your property. That creates doubt. And when

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Why Boundary Survey Cost Is Higher on Corner Lots

You call two survey companies. Both check your property. Then the quotes come back, and yours is higher. That feels strange at first. The lots look about the same. Nothing really stands out. You start wondering what a normal survey cost even looks like in Chicago. Then you notice one

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Before You Build an ADU, Get a Boundary Survey

Building an extra unit in your backyard sounds like a smart move. Many homeowners in Chicago are thinking the same thing. An ADU can bring in rental income or give family members their own space. Still, there’s one step people often skip at the start. They look at the yard

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Building a Coach House? Land Surveying Helps Avoid Delays

Chicago is seeing a rise in coach house projects. More homeowners want to use the space behind their homes. At first, it feels simple. You look at your backyard and see enough room to build. However, many projects slow down before they even start. Permits get delayed. Plans get rejected.

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