Property Surveys Here is a brief outline of the two most common surveys utilized in real estate transfers. Both are defined by Colorado statutes, and require specific content, but are very different. Improvement Location Certificate (commonly referred to as I.L.C.) More information about I.L.C. An I.L.C. is a graphic representation of all observable improvements on a parcel of land. This would include permanent structures, fence lines, utilities and their appurtenances, roads, and any miscellaneous items from loading pens to tennis courts. They are represented on a scale map showing the described boundaries of the parcel, anything within five feet of said boundary, and language dictated by statute, including the disclaimer that the survey- "Is Not To Be Relied Upon For The Establishment Of Fence, Building, Or Other Future Improvement Lines" Should your survey requirements include design for such improvements, we'll be happy to discuss your particular needs, and address them accordingly. Typically, an I.L.C. in printed in small format, and is distributed to the buyer, seller, title insurer, and/or lender. Click on the below example of an Improvement Location Certificate to view the PDF: Improvement Survey Like the I.L.C., the shows all observable improvements on a parcel of land, and also includes a scale map showing the described boundaries of the parcel. An Improvement Survey must also field verify the parcel boundary, including resetting any missing or obliterated monuments. In certain cases, this also requires, by statute, the drafting and filing of a Land Survey Plat with the county Clerk and Recorder. The Improvement Survey must also show the controlling monuments utilized in the boundary determination, both those in agreement and those which are not, which may require documentation to the State Board of Licensure. Any easements, implied or of record, platted ditches or diversions, encroachments, and all disclosures from title research, affidavit, or other discovered documentations must be shown. This makes the Improvement Survey a much more comprehensive, and thus more costly, document. It is plotted in large format, and is often recorded with the county Clerk and Recorder, in addition to being distributed to involved parties. Click on the below example of an Improvement Survey to view the PDF: A.L.T.A./A.C.S.M Survey This survey, commonly called "ALTA Survey" has many variables determined by the American Land Title Association and the American Congress on Surveying and Mapping. Should such a survey be needed, please contact us to review all facets and options involved. For more information: I.L.C. Requirements A.L.T.A/A.C.S.M. Survey Requirements