Topographic Survey Plans

Professional Land Surveying for Seamless Design Integration and Smooth and Successful Permit Applications.

A surveying instrument or total station set up on a tripod on a sidewalk in a residential neighborhood, with parked cars and trees lining the street under a clear blue sky.

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Surveying equipment including a survey pole, total station, and tripods set up in a wooded area with trees and moss-covered rocks on the ground

A topographic survey is a detailed mapping of the physical features of an area, These maps or plans show important information such as the elevation of the land, location of buildings, roads, sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, and trees These surveys are used for a variety of purposes, including:

  • Architectural Design

  • Permit Applications

  • Civil Engineering Design

  • Subdivision Design

  • Volume Calculations

  • Identification of Encroachments

  • Terrain Modeling

Engineering survey map of a property lot showing boundaries, trees, water meters, and elevation details with annotations, legends, and scale.

A Topographic Survey often serves as the starting point for many types of development projects. This comprehensive survey forms the basis of plans used by a wide range of specialists like engineers, architects, planners, environmental consultants and other professionals. The team at Empire Land Surveying works closely with these consultants to ensure a smooth and fast process for our clients.