ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
raSmith provides ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys with the precision, clarity, and timeliness required to support commercial real estate transactions and development. Our survey staff bring the experience and technical expertise needed to deliver accurate surveys that clearly define property boundaries, identify easements, and document existing conditions. This helps project teams understand site conditions and identify potential risks before closing.
The Survey Division includes 12 licensed professional surveyors with extensive knowledge and proven performance. Our survey plans are highly detailed, legible, and multi-colored, making them easy to interpret and helping project teams quickly understand site conditions.
Advanced survey technologies may be used on select projects, as appropriate, to improve efficiency and reduce field time. In some situations, our staff use unmanned aircraft systems (drones) to capture the location of visible improvements and enhance the accuracy and completeness of the final survey.
Why raSmith is Trusted for Complex, High-Stakes Projects
raSmith supports a wide range of clients, including real estate developers, attorneys, lenders, municipalities, and utilities, with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys tailored to project needs.
Our team has the depth and capacity, to manage both single-site surveys and large, multi-property portfolios.
- One of the larger survey teams in the Midwest, with 41 field and office staff
- 14 survey crews available to scale with project demands
- 12 licensed professional surveyors across Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Michigan
- Project managers averaging more than 30 years of experience
- In-house FAA-certified drone pilots and LiDAR specialists
- Certified Floodplain Surveyor on staff
- Extensive survey record library that supports efficiency and faster turnaround
raSmith’s land surveying heritage dates back to 1929. Our operations are based in Wisconsin and serve clients across the Midwest.
Compliance, Clarity, and Confidence
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys play a critical role in real estate transactions and project planning. raSmith delivers surveys that meet lender, title company, and legal requirements while providing the information needed to help identify potential risks, support clear title, and move projects forward.
Our team stays current with evolving ALTA/NSPS standards, including the latest 2026 updates that impact survey scope, documentation, and reporting. Learn more about these updates.
The surveys our team delivers:
- Support the removal of survey exceptions from title policies
- Identify easements, encroachments, and potential conflicts
- Provide clear, organized documentation for attorneys, lenders, and project teams
- Reduce back-and-forth during review by delivering easy-to-interpret plans
By combining technical accuracy with clear, organized presentation, we help clients make informed decisions with confidence.
A Streamlined Process for Accurate, Reliable Results
Our streamlined process is designed to reduce delays, improve clarity, and keep projects moving forward.
Backed by one of the largest survey teams in the Midwest, our process scales to meet demanding project timelines.
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys FAQs
What is an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey?
An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is a detailed survey that meets national standards established by ALTA and NSPS. It provides comprehensive information about a property’s boundaries, improvements, easements, and other features that may affect ownership, use, and development.
When is an ALTA survey needed?
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys are typically required during commercial real estate transactions, refinancing, or development projects. Lenders and title companies often request them to support underwriting and title insurance requirements.
What information is included in an ALTA survey?
An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey may include boundaries, easements, rights of way, building locations, utilities, access points, and encroachments. The scope is defined by ALTA and NSPS standards, along with any selected Table A items.
For a detailed breakdown of the latest standards and requirements, visit our blog on the 2026 ALTA/NSPS Survey Standards updates.
Who uses ALTA surveys?
Real estate developers, attorneys, title companies, lenders, municipalities, and utilities rely on ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys for property transactions, financing, and development planning.
How long does it take to complete an ALTA survey?
The timeline for completing an ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey depends on property size, complexity, and record availability. Larger or more complex sites may require additional coordination and research.
Do drones or LiDAR improve ALTA surveys?
Yes. Technologies such as drones and LiDAR improve data collection efficiency, enhance documentation, and help capture site conditions more accurately, especially for large or complex properties. These tools can support the preparation of more complete and efficient ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
