MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. INTRODUCTION Professional Land Surveyor

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. INTRODUCTION Jeff DeMuth, Professional Land Surveyor »2015 President of the WSLS WSLS was founded in 1952 and represents approximately ½ of the professional land surveyors of the state.  Dedicated to: – Promoting the common good and welfare of our members. – Advance the profession of land surveying and promote high standards of practice and ethical conduct. – Encouraging and supporting educational programs. – Promoting a better understanding and appreciation of how surveyors serve the public’s interest.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors Who we are/What we do: »Volunteer Organization with 889 members Through our standing committees, we rely on our members to be actively involved in initiatives that affect our profession.  Education  Government Affairs  Outreach  Ethics and Standards of Practice  Survey Map Review

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors Who we are/What we do: »10 Chapters throughout the state. Each Chapter works diligently within its region, organizing and participating in community and educational events.  Educational events  Home shows  Farm Days  Trig Star  Area High School Participation

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors What is Land Surveying? »Surveying is the science of measuring the size and shape of the Earth and accurately locating points on the surface of Earth. »It is the determination of the location of land boundaries and land boundary corners. »It is the preparation of maps showing the shape and area of the lands.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Wisconsin Society of Land Surveyors Why do I need a Current Land Survey: »Purchasing real estate is one of the most significant financial investments a person makes in their life. Peace of Mind and Security (good fences make good neighbors). Added Value to property Permitting

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS ALTA/ACSM LAND TITLE SURVEY

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS ALTA/ACSM LAND TITLE SURVEY »The American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the American Congress of Surveying and Mapping (ACSM) have developed the Minimum Standard Detail Requirements that are used for this type of survey. Cannot use for Lot Division. Cannot Reconfigure Lot. Used as a tool to identify issues.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Minor Land Division (Certified Survey Map)

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Minor Land Division (Certified Survey Map) »Typical Uses: Divide land for sale or exchange Create 1-4 new lots Clarify metes and bounds description Reconfigure parcel boundaries within a recorded subdivision, CSM or Assessors Plat. Add Land to an Existing subdivision, CSM or Assessors Plat. Consolidate Parcels in adjoining subdivision, CSM or Assessors Plat Define and convey interest in lands dedicated to the public. Surveyors must adhere to Chapter and local regulations County and municipality approval may be necessary Recorded at the County Register of Deeds Office

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Subdivision Plat

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Subdivision Plat »Used to Divide a larger parcel of land into 5 or more new parcels. Surveyor must adhere to Chapter 236 of the Wisconsin State Statutes as well as municipality and county regulations. State, County and Municipality may require that the Plat meets their approval prior to recording. Engineering may be necessary for Roads, Utilities, and storm water management, flood plains... Recorded at the County Register of Deeds Office.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Condominium Plat

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Condominium Plat »Notes Regarding Condominium Plats: Condominium Plats can not create lots. Condominium Plats can not create public ways by dedication. Condominium Plats can not alter any area previously dedicated to the public. Condominium Plats can not be used to subdivide land, nor convey and exclusive interest in land. Surveyor must Adhere to Chapter 703 of the Statutes

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Boundary Survey-Resurvey-Plat of Survey

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Boundary Survey-Resurvey-Plat of Survey

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. COMMON TYPES OF LAND SURVEYS Boundary Survey-Resurvey-Plat of Survey »This is the most common type of survey. »The location of one or more property boundaries on an existing parcel. »Surveyor must adhere to Chapter A-E 7 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code (The Minimum Standards for Property Surveys). »Filed with the County Surveyor or with the County custodian of maps.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys »These are the Minimum Standards as of 11/10/15.

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys Noteworthy items: »A-E 7.01(2) You may exclude some work from the Minimum Standards, EXCEPT the USPLS Monument Record and the Map Why would you exclude any of these items?

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys Noteworthy items: »A-E 7.02 Property Survey Definition Land Surveying which includes as one of its principle purposes:  Describing  Monumenting  Locating the boundary lines  Mapping one or more parcels of Land

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys Noteworthy items: »A-E 7.03 Boundary Location Research Fieldwork Analyze, calculate and map

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys Noteworthy items: »A-E 7.08 U.S. Public Land Survey (USPLS) monument record A-E 7.08 Requires a USPLS Monument Record to be prepared and filed… A-E 7.04 requires our description to commence at “some corner marked and established by the USPLS”

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. A-E 7 OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE Minimum Standards for Property Surveys

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Other types of surveys »Assessor’s Plat »Cemetery Plat »Topographic Survey »Hydrographic Survey »Flood Plain Survey »Right-of way Platting »Construction Staking »Foundation Staking

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. IN SUMMARY Your Land Surveyor is here to help »A Professional Land Surveyor is committed to the success of you, your clients and your projects. »Visit for more detailswww.wsls.org

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Questions, Comments, Further Discussion I was told that there may be interest in: »Ordinary High Water Mark Chapter allows for the surveyor to “approximate” the OHWM. Wetlands Floodplains Setbacks Ingress/Egress NR 115 and Act 55

MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. | More ideas. Better solutions. Thank You »Jeff DeMuth, PLS »MSA Professional Services »1835 N. Stevens Street »Rhinelander, WI »