ADU Permits: When a Topographic Survey Is Required
Adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is one of the smartest ways to boost property value. Families use them for rental income, in-law housing, or private offices. Yet many projects run into trouble at the permit counter. The missing piece is often a topographic survey. Without it, your site plan can be rejected, causing delays […]
Why Ordering a Closing Survey Early Saves Time
Buying property is already stressful enough—tight deadlines, competitive bidding, endless paperwork. The last thing you want is a last-minute roadblock that threatens your deal. One of the biggest hidden culprits? Delayed survey work. That’s why ordering a closing survey early is not just smart—it’s essential if you want your transaction to move forward without drama. […]
Boundary Line Survey Lessons from Street Damage
When the ground shakes or the street outside your home gives way, you don’t just worry about repairs. You also start thinking about property lines. A boundary line survey might not sound urgent until a quake cracks your driveway or a sinkhole swallows the curb. Yet in Los Angeles, these problems are more common than […]