A consolidation survey, also known as a lot split, consists of splitting a single parcel into two separate parcels or is a combination of several land parcels into one. Once complete, the land is given a new legal description to correctly reflect the new parcel. The primary reason for a consolidation survey is to parcel off sections of land to meet specifications. As a result, these new legal descriptions must meet city and county standards. Once completed, they must then be filed by the property owner with the county for approval. The cost of the survey is different for each project. Examples ..read more

Real-time kinematic, also known as RTK,  is a surveying technology which measures the relative positions while using two different Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) antennas in real-time with better accuracy. Errors found within GNSS results are decided and fixed using RTK technology. The new generation of intelligent RTK systems provide reception of all available satellite signals. Because of this, slope measurement can be taken without centering, and calibration increases productivity by 20%. With this high tech technology, it ensures continuation of a RTK survey, incase of temp ..read more

Most people aren’t aware what a land surveyor does or what land surveying is. Surveying is the technique, professions, art and science of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of a point and the distances and angles that are measured between them. This technique is used in order to establish the size of a plot of land and the buildability of it. WHY HIRE PM SURVEYING AS YOUR LAND SURVEYOR? As a result of more than 20 years of experience in land surveying, Principal Meridian Surveying, Inc. is your South Florida land survey expert. We are located in West Palm Beach, Florida ..read more

When you’re purchasing a home, there are many different obstacles to overcome. For example, homebuyers may need to get a property survey before they close on their new place. The reason that Property surveys are done is to determine and confirm land boundaries. Examples would be the plot of land a home sits on, and any sub-surface improvements, like a septic tank or well. They also identify other types of restrictions and conditions that apply to the legal description of a property. Whether you’re buying a new home or building an addition onto a property you already own, a property survey will ..read more

As-Built Surveys verify compliance with approved design plans and provide a legacy record for both internal and external use. Frequently, as built surveyors will use precise lasers to determine the measurements. They use these measurements to create a rendering that shows the exact layout and dimensions of the building. Along with the survey you should be considering your punch list to make sure everything actually gets done. As-Built Surveys are necessary during progressive phases of the construction process. This monitors the correct building of the structure as it occurs. Project managers m ..read more

Plat surveys are used for identifying parcels of land over a large area where precise estimates and boundaries would be too expensive or difficult to carry out. The survey is presented with the same details from the starting point and back again in text, in addition to the visual re-creation of the location. Therefore, when a developer wants to subdivide a large piece of land into smaller plots and parcels, they must go through the statutory process of “plating.” A new residential subdivision’s residential lots, streets, and parks are created from these smaller areas. What is a Plat of Survey ..read more

When you purchase a new home or insure your property (auto, home, business, etc.), who do you trust to ensure you are properly protected at close or come claim time? Surely, a licensed realtor and a licensed insurance agent. Why should it be any different when you need your land surveyed? The short answer is that it should not be any different. The long answer is hiring Principal Meridian Surveying, Inc. as your South Florida licensed land surveyor should be your first step to ensuring your land (asset) is properly protected for years to come and will hold up if the land is ever sold. How do I ..read more

A land surveyor is an individual with the important task of verifying property lines so that you don’t build anything where you are not allowed to. To make these verifications, surveyors go out into the field to search for original property markers on the land (these are usually underground and contain details about who originally surveyed the land). Land surveyors also do a lot of measurements and calculations around the property and the neighborhood. Plus, they search for and review city, county and state property records. HOW DO YOU HIRE A LAND SURVEYOR? You should consider whether you want ..read more

A relocation survey is just one of the many important services for your land. Location surveys include the precise identification of established land boundaries. Knowing of the exact boundaries of your land will help you avoid expensive encroachment disputes and ill-will disputes between you and your neighbors. If an issue has already occurred, then your surveyor can help rectify the problem. If you are contemplating purchasing property, you should know as much as possible about the price of land you are going to invest in. For your own peace of mind, you need a Commissioned Land Surveyor to d ..read more

A Site Planning Survey is a survey that uses a combination of both boundary and topographic surveys. This is used for the preparation of a site plan to be used for designing building improvements or land developments. It is possible that this may also include a subdivision survey, which would divide undeveloped land into various things. These include blocks, lots, streets, parts and more in accordance with State Laws and County or City ordinances. WHEN TO HAVE A SITE PLAN SURVEY? As mentioned above, Site Plan Surveys are most often requested to legally obtain building permits for improvements ..read more