Home Survey vs Plot Plan: Which Do You Need First?
You finally decide to build that deck. Or maybe a small addition in the back. You sketch the idea, talk to a contractor, and feel ready to move forward. Then the City of Boston asks for a certified plot plan. At this point, many homeowners pause. You might already have a home survey from when […]
When Do You Need a Professional Land Surveyor?
You’re ready to improve your property. Maybe you want to add a small extension or build something new. Then the city asks for a certified plot plan, and everything slows down. At that point, most people realize they need a professional land surveyor to make sense of what’s going on. You already have a deed. […]
How an ALTA Land Survey Finds Access and Easement Issues
A big property deal in Boston recently hit a wall. A planned housing project in Charlestown ran into trouble because of access rights tied to Boston Sand & Gravel. The issue looks simple at first: who can use a road, and how that affects a new development. Problems like this don’t begin during construction. They […]