Boundary & Land Title Survey

Boundary surveys and boundary resolutions

A boundary survey combines a review of deeds, maps, prior surveys, title information, and other available records with field investigation and measurement. The surveyor evaluates record evidence alongside recovered monuments, occupation lines, and relevant site features to document the boundary evidence and resolve discrepancies within the survey scope. The resulting survey can support property planning, design, permitting, and informed discussions when a boundary question arises.

Boundary resolutions depend on the available evidence and professional analysis; a survey is not a substitute for legal advice or a court determination. Terrascribe’s California-licensed Principal Land Surveyor oversees the work and identifies the basis and limitations of the survey results.

ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys

An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is commonly requested for commercial real estate transactions. It coordinates survey work with title information and the needs of the parties to the transaction. The surveyor reviews the title commitment and survey instructions, confirms the requested scope, and addresses applicable ALTA/NSPS requirements and client-selected Table A items.

Depending on the property and agreed scope, the work may document boundary lines, improvements, access, visible evidence of use, and selected title matters such as easements. Timely title documents and clear instructions help identify which items should be plotted or field-investigated. Deliverables and certification are prepared for the agreed transaction requirements.

Easement plotting and site area calculations

Easement plotting places available record descriptions and title references in relation to the surveyed property. Terrascribe can review provided title materials, plot easements that can be located from the documents, and note limitations where descriptions or source records are incomplete or ambiguous. Site area calculations can be prepared from the surveyed boundary or another clearly defined basis for planning and project review.

Right-of-Way Mapping

Right-of-way mapping documents mapped parcel boundaries, frontage, recorded or provided right-of-way information, and related easements or site features within the agreed scope. It can support corridor planning, design coordination, property review, and agency submittals. The mapping is based on available records and field evidence; it does not independently establish ownership or replace an agency determination.

Right-of-way work may include site area calculations and AutoCAD deliverables or GIS spatial data when requested and defined in the project scope. File formats, coordinate basis, and source-document requirements are confirmed before work begins.

Survey records and deliverables

Depending on the survey type, findings may be shown in a survey map, recordable document, title exhibit, or project-specific drawing. Records of Survey and Corner Records are prepared and filed when required by the applicable scope and professional determination. Share the property location, available title commitment or plans, intended use, and schedule so Terrascribe can review the appropriate service and deliverables.