A land survey is an essential part of the land development process, as it's used to create land maps and establish boundaries for buying or selling property. However, many different kinds of surveys are required for various projects and situations. Before calling in a professional surveyor, learn more about some of the most common types and their functions.

Common Types of Land Surveys

1. Location

Location and boundary surveys often go hand-in-hand, since boundary lines and corners need to be documented before a location survey can take place. Location surveyors provide additional information on the area and interior improvements, which is why these documents are commonly used to fulfill requirements for loan applications or zoning permits.

2. Construction

A construction survey requires staking out structures that are already located on the property, such as buildings and roads. This involves marking the location on the blueprint and site for new structures. A construction survey may also include an As-built survey, which is a document made directly after the project is finished in case any adjustments were made during construction.

3. Subdivision

Used to divide a section of land into smaller lots or estates, surveyors will use these documents to design streets and drainages. What makes a subdivision survey unique is that a state or local government agency must record it.

4. Topographic

Land surveyors sometimes need to map the location of both human-made and natural topographic features on part of the land. These include buildings, fences, utilities, trees, and streams. If an architect or engineer needs to improve or develop a piece of land with existing features, a local government agency will require this survey.

To hire a reliable and accurate land surveyor, contact Fusco Engineering & Land Surveying, P.C. in Middletown, NY. Since 1983, they’ve served clients in Orange County and around the Hudson Valley with engineering and surveying solutions. They also offer building inspections, civil engineering, and septic system design. Call today at (845) 344­-5863 to arrange a consultation, or visit them online to learn more about their wide range of services.