Business Details
27 Years
experience
Professional Land Surveying Services in Leland, MI
Leelanau Land Surveying is a locally owned and operated land surveying firm that has served Northern Michigan since 1999. Our expertise in boundary surveying, topographic mapping, and property division has made us a trusted resource for residents and businesses in Leelanau, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties. With over two decades of hands-on experience, we specialize in delivering precise measurements and legally documented surveys for residential, commercial, and municipal projects.Our team combines technical proficiency with deep regional knowledge, maintaining active involvement in local initiatives like the County Remonumentation Program. We approach every project with the same commitment to accuracy that has defined our practice since our founding, drawing on extensive experience from both public and private sector surveying engagements.
Services
Boundary Surveys
Mortgage Reports
Topographic Surveys
Elevation Certificates
Site Plans
Land Divisions
ALTA Surveys
Construction Staking
Flood Certificates
Site Condominiums
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of specialized experience in Northern Michigan land surveying
- Our surveyors combine field expertise with advanced GPS technology
- We maintain active participation in county remonumentation programs
- Our team has completed thousands of local boundary determinations
- We provide clear, legally documented survey results for all property types
Services
Boundary Surveys
Our boundary surveys precisely mark property corners and lines using modern equipment and historical records. We provide official certificates showing legal descriptions, easements, and improvements. This service helps resolve ownership questions and supports real estate transactions while meeting county recording requirements.
Topographic Surveys
We create detailed topographic maps showing natural and man-made features with elevation data. These surveys support construction planning, land development, and environmental assessments by documenting terrain contours, vegetation, and existing structures across various property sizes.
Land Divisions
Our team handles complete land division projects including field measurements, legal descriptions, and official documentation. We establish new parcel boundaries with proper access easements while ensuring compliance with local zoning regulations and recording requirements for property transfers.
Flood Certificates
We conduct FEMA-required elevation surveys to determine flood zone status and prepare eLOMA applications. This service helps property owners document building elevations relative to flood hazard areas, potentially reducing flood insurance costs through official FEMA determinations.
Construction Staking
Our construction staking services mark precise locations for buildings, utilities, and improvements according to approved plans. We verify setbacks and property boundaries to ensure proper placement of structures, driveways, and other site features during development projects.
People
Vickie Brown
Professional Surveyor
Vickie Brown, P.S. has 24 years of land surveying experience, specializing in boundary determination and topographic mapping. She leads our firm's participation in the Leelanau County Remonumentation Program and brings expertise from NOAA hydrographic survey work and local projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Leelanau, Benzie, and Grand Traverse counties in Northern Michigan, providing surveying services for both local residents and out-of-area property owners.
What types of surveys do you perform?
We offer boundary surveys, topographic maps, land divisions, elevation certificates, ALTA surveys, construction staking, and flood zone determinations to meet various property needs.
How experienced is your team?
Our lead surveyor has 24 years of experience with Northern Michigan properties, including work on thousands of boundary determinations and participation in county-wide remonumentation programs.
Can you help with property disputes?
While we don't provide legal advice, our precise boundary surveys can help clarify property lines when ownership questions arise, providing documented evidence for title transfers or neighbor disputes.
What's needed for a survey?
We typically require property ownership documentation, existing deeds, and specific project requirements. Contact us to discuss your particular needs and required information for accurate survey planning.
