Fragment of ALTA survey by Builoff Surveyors with orthophoto overlay

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June 6, 2026

2026 ALTA/NSPS Standards: What Changed from 2021

The 2026 ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey Standards replaced the 2021 edition on February 23, 2026. Key changes include a restructured Table A expanding from 19 to 20 standard items, a new mandatory encroachment summary table (Item 20), updated imagery rules, and clarified language throughout. Whether you are a developer, title officer, real estate attorney, or land surveyor, understanding these changes ensures your next ALTA survey meets current requirements.

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Builoff land surveyor sitting on the division or party wall setting survey property corner marker

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June 6, 2026

WHAT DOES A LAND SURVEYOR ACTUALLY DO?

A professional land surveyor provides legally defensible measurements and mapping that support property rights, permitting, design, construction, and risk management. Surveying is not simply “finding property corners.” It is a disciplined process that combines records research, field evidence, measurement science, and professional judgment to establish reliable control for real-world decisions.

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