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ALTA Land Title Survey in Salt Lake City

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Key Takeaways

If you're buying, refinancing, or developing commercial property in Salt Lake City, an ALTA Land Title Survey is essential for title insurance, permitting, and risk reduction. Anderson Psomas delivers fast, accurate, lender-ready surveys that meet ALTA/NSPS standards—backed by local expertise and in-house engineering support.

ALTA surveys are required for most commercial real estate closings and must meet national standards to satisfy lenders and title insurers.

Typical cost ranges from $2,000–$6,000, with a 2–4 week timeline depending on complexity and Table A requirements.

Anderson Psomas provides complete survey support, including title commitment review, fieldwork, CAD deliverables, and local zoning coordination across Salt Lake County.

Common Questions. Expert Answers.

Quick Answers

Why do I need an ALTA survey in Salt Lake City?
Lenders and title companies in Salt Lake City require ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial real estate deals to ensure clear boundaries, easements, and legal access. It protects against title issues and supports permitting by aligning with local zoning and infrastructure records.
How long does an ALTA survey take, and what does it cost?
Most ALTA surveys in Salt Lake City take 2–4 weeks and cost between $2,000–$6,000, depending on site size, terrain, and required Table A items like zoning or utility verification.
What Table A items are usually needed in Salt Lake City?
Common Table A items include zoning classifications (Item 6), flood zone status (Item 7), and utility markings (Item 11). These are often required by lenders due to local SLC regulations and terrain conditions.

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ALTA Land Title Survey in Salt Lake City

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Need an ALTA survey for a real estate closing, refinance, or development project in Salt Lake City? We deliver accurate, lender-ready surveys that meet ALTA/NSPS standardsโ€”fast.

๐Ÿ“ Serving Salt Lake City, Draper, South Jordan, Sandy, and surrounding areas.

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Quick Facts – ALTA Survey in Salt Lake City

  • Purpose: Title insurance, permitting, and real estate due diligence
  • Cost Range: $2,000โ€“$6,000
  • Timeline: 2โ€“4 weeks
  • Standards: ALTA/NSPS 2021
  • Required For: Commercial purchases, refinancing, legal title clearance

What You’ll Need to Get Started

To request your survey, we recommend having:

  • ๐Ÿ“œ Title commitment (especially Schedule B-II)
  • ๐Ÿ“ Legal description of the property
  • ๐Ÿ“ Site address and parcel number
  • ๐Ÿ“… Expected closing date or deadline
  • ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Preferred format (CAD and/or PDF)

Don’t have everything yet? No problem. Submit what you have—we’ll guide you from there.

What’s Included in an ALTA Survey?

  • Boundary lines and encroachments
  • Easements and legal access
  • Utilities and permanent improvements
  • Zoning and environmental constraints
  • Title commitment integration (Schedule B-II)
  • CAD or PDF deliverable, sealed, and signed

We use GPS, drone-based LiDAR, and GIS to ensure precision and compliance.

ALTA vs. Boundary vs. Topographic Survey

Survey TypeBest ForWhat’s Included
ALTA/NSPS SurveyReal estate closings, title insuranceBoundaries, easements, zoning, improvements
Boundary SurveyProperty line marking, fence placementProperty corners and lines only
Topographic SurveySite design, grading, constructionTerrain contours, elevations, land features

Not sure what you need? Contact us and we’ll help you decide.

Common Table A Items in Salt Lake County

Title companies and lenders often request these optional items for added risk reduction:

  • Item 6 โ€“ Zoning classification, building setbacks, and height restrictions
  • Item 7a/b โ€“ Flood zone classification (FEMA) and observed flood zones
  • Item 11 โ€“ Utility locations based on markings, observed evidence, and plans
  • Item 18 โ€“ Wetlands, streams, or environmental encumbrances
  • Item 19 โ€“ Offsite easements or access rights supporting development

โœ… We’ll work with your title company to confirm required Table A items—no guesswork on your end.

Timeline & Survey Process

Typical turnaround: 1–2 weeks

  1. โœ… Review of title commitment
  2. ๐Ÿ“š Research of deeds, plats, and local records
  3. ๐Ÿ“ธ Fieldwork, GPS/Drone capture
  4. ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ CAD drafting and review
  5. ๐Ÿ“„ Delivery of sealed final survey

Need to meet a tight deadline? We offer rush service based on availability.

Common Issues We Solve

  • Conflicts between deeds and actual boundaries
  • Unrecorded easements or encroachments
  • Legal access problems
  • Outdated surveys from past transactions
  • Last-minute lender requirements

โœ… Always compare your title commitment with the final ALTA to identify missing easements or access issues.

Go Even Deeper

Salt Lake County Recorder’s Office – Property Records
Search property ownership, deeds, plats, and recorded easements.
Salt Lake County Planning and Development Services
Access development codes, planning processes, and permit requirements.
Zoning Lookup Tool – Salt Lake City
Find zoning classifications and overlays for Salt Lake City parcels.
ALTA/NSPS Survey Standards (PDF)
Official national standards for ALTA/NSPS land title surveys.
Utah Surveyor License Lookup (DOPL)
Verify licensed land surveyors in Utah through the Department of Commerce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main purpose of an ALTA survey in Salt Lake City?
An ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey is a comprehensive tool primarily used by lenders and title insurers during commercial property transactions. It goes beyond basic boundary marking to verify encroachments, easements, zoning status, and utilities, ensuring the physical property aligns with legal records and title commitments—crucial for permitting and title insurance in local SLC deals
How does an ALTA survey differ from a boundary survey?
While a boundary (or mortgage) survey focuses on property lines and basic encroachments, an ALTA survey includes those plus in-depth features like utility locations, zoning classifications, environmental constraints, and access rights. In Salt Lake City, lenders and title companies prefer ALTA surveys for their detailed documentation and legal protections .
Who reviews the ALTA survey and what are they looking for?
Lenders, title insurers, and attorneys rely on ALTA surveys to confirm the legal description, ensure all recorded easements and rights-of-way are mapped, check for encroachments, and verify property access. The goal is to mitigate title risk and confirm that the survey fully supports the title commitment before closing in Salt Lake County

Disclaimer
This content, partially generated by LLM technology, is provided by Anderson Psomas for general guidance only and may contain errors or omissions. Each project is unique, and this material is not intended for design or construction purposes. For accurate, project-specific guidance, contact Anderson Psomas directly.