Survey Standards & Guidelines
Access comprehensive standards, guidelines, and best practices for professional land surveying. These resources ensure consistency and excellence across the industry.
Updated 2024
ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey Standards
Minimum standard detail requirements for ALTA/NSPS land title surveys.
2.3 MB
Core Standard
Boundary Survey Guidelines
Professional standards for boundary surveys and property line determinations.
1.8 MB
Technical
Geodetic Control Standards
Standards and specifications for geodetic control surveys.
3.1 MB
Standards by Category
Boundary Surveys
12 documents
ALTA/NSPS Standards
8 documents
Geodetic Control
6 documents
Construction Surveys
9 documents
Hydrographic Surveys
4 documents
Aerial Mapping
7 documents
Recent Updates
ALTA/NSPS Standards 2024 Update
Major revisions to Table A requirements and measurement specifications.
New Drone Survey Guidelines
Added standards for UAV-based topographic surveys and mapping.
Digital Data Standards Update
New specifications for digital deliverables and CAD standards.