Land Surveying

LOT SURVEYS

If you live in a residential area or subdivision, you may find a Lot Survey useful. A Lot Survey will show the corners and lines of the property, improvements, including new development on the property, and a description of the property. This is very important when doing things like putting up a fence to assure it is indeed on your property.  It also may be required by your local township when adding things like a deck to your home. Lot Surveys are often used in place of a Mortgage Report when purchasing a home. Click on the links below to see examples of these types of survey drawings.

BOUNDARY SURVEY

Knowing the exact size, configuration, and layout of your property or the property you intend to purchase is vital to making smart decisions. If you own property, a Boundary Survey is usually necessary for planning projects such as fencing, landscaping, or adding a structure within your property boundaries. If you are planning to purchase property, a Boundary Survey will indicate the corners and lines of your potential investment, and will also provide a legal description of the property. Click on the link below to see an example of this type of survey drawing.

ALTA/NSPS LAND TITLE SURVEY

Detailing all features of a property, particularly when considering new development, often requires more detailed information than would be provided on a standard Boundary Survey. An American Land Title Association (ALTA) and National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) survey may be the solution. An ALTA/NSPS survey includes detailed information about the features of the property including improvements, easements, floodplain, acreage, and much more. These are required many times by the lender or title company for commercial properties. Click on the link below to see an example of this type of survey drawing.

TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYS

Prior to developing a plot of land, it is necessary to determine the characteristics of the site, giving architects and contractors a base to work from when planning the site. Topographic (Topo) Surveys illustrate the physical condition of the property by detailing contours, natural and man-made features, utility locations, access roads, and any other features that may need to be considered during various phases of a project. KEBS has performed thousands of Topo Surveys utilizing the latest technology. Topo Surveys allow the owner to understand the characteristics of a property before any work is started, saving owners and developers time, money, and resources. Click on the link below to see an example of this type of survey drawing.

PARCEL SPLITS

If you own a piece of property that you would like to divide into plots, KEBS can assist you with the splitting of your parcel. KEBS will locate and mark your property corners with improvements including the appropriate drawings and legal descriptions to move your land split along smoothly and quickly. Click on the link below to see an example of this type of survey drawing.

FLOOD CERTIFICATION SURVEYS

Real Estate that lies near a body of water is very desirable, but comes with a cost. If your home or property resides within a flood zone, you may be subject to costly flood insurance. KEBS can offer relief by researching your property and determining if your property indeed crosses a floodplain line. KEBS will go to your site, collect elevations for an elevation certificate, produce an elevation certificate, and finish with a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) if your house is not in the flood zone.

Recently, FEMA released new flood maps for Eaton, Clinton, and Ingham Counties. If you live in, or own property in any of these areas, and would like to know if these changes impact your property, you can view maps at the FEMA website by clicking HERE.

If you have received a letter from your mortgage company stating that you need to have a Flood Certificate Survey completed, PLEASE CONTACT US. If you are in "Zone A" according to a FEMA map, we must get elevations from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) before any fieldwork can be started, which can take 90 days or longer.

MORTGAGE REPORTS

When purchasing a home, the bank often requires a report of the land that places the house on the property, as well as any inclusions that may affect the building structure. This information is then noted in the description of the property, which is the essence of a Mortgage Report. Click on the link below to see an example of this type of survey drawing.