ALTA/NSPS Land Surveys in Miami

By Florida Building & Land Surveying

At Florida Building & Land Surveying, we are your trusted partner for ALTA Survey Miami and Land Surveying Miami services. Led by Rick Morales, PSM, our team of licensed Professional Mappers and Surveyors provides accurate, detailed surveys that comply with the ALTA/NSPS Minimum Standard Detail Requirements. We serve property owners, developers, lenders, and title companies across the Florida coast, from Miami to Jacksonville. Call (305) 895-8001 today or use our online contact form to get started.

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What Is an ALTA Title Survey in Miami?

An ALTA Title Survey (sometimes called an ALTA Land Survey) follows the national ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey standards, most recently updated in 2016. These standards were developed by title and surveying professionals to ensure consistency and reliability nationwide. While ALTA Surveys are similar to boundary or lot surveys, they include additional steps and documentation to give lenders, attorneys, and owners a clearer picture of the property.

Why Choose an ALTA Land Survey in Miami?

1. Uniform National Standard

The ALTA Survey Miami standard ensures consistency across state lines, which helps lenders, title companies, and property owners confidently evaluate land parcels in South Florida’s competitive real estate market. This translates to smoother closings and fewer surprises.

2. Encroachments and Easements Clearly Identified

In a dense urban environment like Miami, where property lines and easements can be complex, Land Surveying Miami services identify potential encroachments or overlapping land use. This information protects owners from future legal disputes and strengthens their title insurance coverage.

3. Streamlined Title Research

Our surveyors integrate deed and title information before finalizing the survey, helping ensure all relevant records are considered early. This saves time and money for Miami developers and investors.

4. Optional “Table A” Items for Customization

Developers and property owners in Miami often need specialized data for financing or planning. The ALTA Survey’s Table A items allow you to order optional features such as utility locations, zoning data, or monument placement upfront so your team gets everything it needs in one survey.

5. Confidence for Lenders and Investors

Because ALTA Surveys Miami are the recognized national standard, lenders and out-of-state investors trust them. This simplifies financing for Miami projects, particularly commercial or multi-family developments.

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ALTA Survey Miami – Cost and Time

An ALTA Survey takes more time and effort than a standard boundary survey. Costs vary depending on the items checked in Table A. On average, an ALTA Survey may cost 50% to 200% more than a basic boundary survey, but it provides more comprehensive data — essential for high-value or complex properties in Miami and across Florida.

7 Advantages of Using the ALTA Survey Standards in Miami

  • Uniform National Standard: Provides consistency for lenders, owners, and title companies.
  • Encroachments/Easements Shown: Identifies possible conflicts before they become legal issues.
  • Familiarity Across Industries: Attorneys, surveyors, lenders, and title professionals all know the ALTA framework.
  • Title Research Included: Ensures deed research is part of the survey.
  • Table A Customization: Save money and time by bundling all necessary survey tasks.
  • Removes Title Exceptions: Allows title insurers to reduce or remove exceptions, improving coverage.
  • Consistent Scope of Work: Reduces confusion and risk in contracts, perfect for Miami’s dynamic real estate market.

Your Partner for Land Surveying Miami

Florida Building & Land Surveying provides ALTA Surveys Miami and Land Surveying Miami services across the state with unmatched precision and customer service. Whether you’re closing on a commercial property in Downtown Miami, planning a multi-family project in Brickell, or managing land holdings throughout Florida, our licensed team is ready to help.

Our Most Requested ALTA Survey Locations

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We perform ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys across Miami-Dade County for commercial property transactions, refinancing, and title insurance purposes. Below are the cities where we most frequently provide ALTA surveys:

Need an ALTA survey elsewhere in South Florida? Contact us — we serve all of Miami-Dade and surrounding areas.

 FAQs

  • An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is a detailed boundary and improvement survey that meets national standards set by the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS). It’s typically required for commercial real estate transactions, refinancing, or land development to verify property boundaries, easements, rights-of-way, and improvements.

  • You need an ALTA survey when purchasing, developing, or refinancing commercial or multi-family properties. Lenders and title companies often require this survey to confirm there are no encroachments, easement conflicts, or zoning issues that could impact ownership or development.

  • A boundary survey defines property lines for ownership and construction purposes. An ALTA survey goes further — it includes title commitment data, easements, access points, improvements, and zoning information. It provides a full picture of the property’s legal and physical status, making it essential for due diligence in real estate transactions.

  • Completion time depends on the property size and complexity. Most commercial ALTA surveys take between 1–3 weeks. Our team provides realistic timelines upfront and prioritizes communication with title companies, lenders, and attorneys to meet your closing deadlines.

  • We’ll need the property address, legal description, and title commitment (Schedule A & B). The title commitment identifies all easements, restrictions, and encumbrances that must be shown on the survey. Providing recent site plans or plats can also help speed up delivery

  • Not typically. ALTA surveys are usually required for commercial or institutional properties, but some high-value residential transactions or estate properties in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach Counties may request them for enhanced title assurance.

  • Pricing varies depending on parcel size, number of easements, and requested Table A items. Most ALTA surveys range from $1,000–$6,000 for standard commercial lots. Contact us for a written quote based on your site’s legal description and title data.

  • Yes. Every ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey we produce meets the 2021 ALTA/NSPS Minimum Standard Detail Requirements, as well as all Florida Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers regulations. Each survey is certified, signed, and sealed by a Florida-licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM).

  • You can email or call us with your property address, title commitment, and closing date. Our team will review your project, confirm Table A selections, and send a written proposal — typically within 24 hours.

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