Property Line Surveys and Annexation Disputes

Aerial view of suburban neighborhood with property lines overlaid showing how property line surveys define land boundaries

If you’ve been on Reddit or following local headlines lately, you’ve probably seen the debate over the proposed Buc-ee’s in Palmer Lake. The project has stirred up heated arguments about water, traffic, and even an 80-foot sign. Yet behind all the noise lies a less flashy but very important tool: property line surveys. These surveys […]

Construction Staking Survey Insights Amid Permit Freezes

Surveyor using a total station for a construction staking survey on an undeveloped site with workers marking ground locations

When news broke that Colorado Springs issued zero apartment permits in July and August 2025, many people focused on what it meant for renters and developers. But there’s another side to the story—how this sudden pause affects the survey crews who set projects in motion. A construction staking survey is one of the first steps […]

Drone Surveying Challenges During Geomagnetic Storms

Drone surveying at sunset with operator controlling flight, showing how geomagnetic storms can impact GPS accuracy

Drone surveying has become one of the most powerful tools for engineers, builders, and developers. Crews rely on drones every day to map subdivisions, check construction sites, and capture accurate ground data in a fraction of the time it used to take. But this week, many teams saw something unusual: their drones were flying fine, […]