This survey is specifically designed to satisfy the needs of lenders, corporations and title companies when dealing with valuable residential and commercial properties.  The American Land Title Association (ALTA) and American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM) have jointly developed standards that are recognized nationwide and must be followed when performing an ALTA/ACSM Survey. Some items shown on ALTA/ACSM Surveys include: boundary lines, improvements along boundary lines, easements, right of ways and any other elements that could impact the property.