Land Surveying FAQs
Find answers to common questions about land surveying, property boundaries, and site planning in the Virginia Peninsula.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get clear answers to your land surveying and planning questions from the experts at Davis & Associates, P.C.
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
What does it cost to have my property surveyed?
Essential for property rights and legal clarity.
Factors that affect pricing include acreage, shape, and location of the lot, records research, existing physical conditions, and the type of survey needed.
TRANSPARENT PRICING
How long does it take and how much notice is needed?
Variable based on project scope and complexity.
Field work typically takes 1-3 business days. We do not need access to your home, but gates should be unlocked. Plat preparation usually takes 7-10 business days. Please provide at least 1 business day notice for new work orders.
COMMERCIAL STANDARDS
I need a Site Plan for a Building Permit, where do I begin?
The gold standard for commercial real estate.
We will need your building footprint, preliminary sketches, and recorded documents like Deeds or Plats of Record. We prepare drawings to your specifications and in accordance with local City or County standards.
BOUNDARY VERIFICATION
Where can I find information about my property?
Professional marking for legal accuracy.
Each municipality has an online property information system where you can search public property information. Click the links below to visit the GIS and property search portals for our service areas: **York County & Poquoson** [View GIS Mapping](https://www.yorkcounty.gov/153/GIS-Mapping) **James City County** [View Property Search](https://property.jamescitycountyva.gov/JamesCity/Search/Disclaimer) **City of Williamsburg** [View GIS Mapping](https://www.williamsburgva.gov/224/GIS-Mapping) **Newport News** [View GIS Services](https://www.nnva.gov/237/GIS-Services) **Hampton** [View GIS Search](https://webgis.hampton.gov/Hampton/Search/Disclaimer) **Isle of Wight** [View GIS Mapping](https://www.isleofwightus.net/departments/information_technology/gis_mapping.php)
FLOOD COMPLIANCE
What is a FEMA Elevation Certificate and why do I need one?
Necessary for flood insurance and local regulations.
A FEMA Elevation Certificate states the flood zone status of your property and its relation to the Base Flood Elevation. It is often required by lenders or insurance providers to certify building elevations in Special Flood Hazard Areas.
RESIDENTIAL IMPROVEMENTS
Have more questions?
Avoiding costly mistakes before installation.
If you have a question not addressed here, please feel free to call us at 757-867-8583 or use our contact form.