ALTA Land Title Survey for Post-Flood Recovery
When the recent floods swept through parts of Colorado, including areas not far from Colorado Springs, they didn’t just leave muddy streets and damaged yards. They changed the ground itself. Creek banks shifted, low spots deepened, and drainage paths that never existed suddenly appeared. For many homeowners and property investors, that means one important thing: […]
Update Your Flood Elevation Certificate After Storms
Colorado Springs homeowners are on edge. After last week’s “unprecedented” flooding in southwestern Colorado, insurance companies are asking property owners to update their flood elevation certificate even if their homes weren’t touched by floodwater. Why? Because big storms can change floodplain maps and force new elevation checks across the state. Heavy rain in Archuleta and […]
Why ALTA Surveys Matter for Major Developments
Earlier this month, people all over southern Colorado were talking about one thing — the plan to build a Buc-ee’s in Palmer Lake. Some people were excited about the famous travel stop coming to town. Others were worried about traffic, noise, and how much the area would change. But for surveyors, builders, and property owners […]