Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Land Surveying & Planning Partner in Stockton, CA
Established in 1987, Quartaroli & Associates has been a trusted provider of land surveying, planning, and GIS services across California's San Joaquin Valley and Motherlode regions. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver precise boundary determinations, subdivision solutions, and land entitlement expertise. We specialize in complex projects requiring historical deed research, water rights analysis, and FEMA elevation certifications, serving both private and public sector clients.Our commitment to technical excellence is matched by our dedication to community service through partnerships with local cultural organizations. With licensed professionals overseeing every project phase, we ensure compliance with state regulations while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and client communication.
Services
Boundary Surveys
Subdivision Mapping
ALTA/NSPS Surveys
Topographic Surveys
GIS Services
Land Entitlement
Certificates of Compliance
Lot Line Adjustments
Water Rights Analysis
FEMA Certifications
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of continuous service in California's Central Valley
- Our team includes licensed land surveyors with hands-on field experience
- We maintain state-of-the-art robotic total station and GPS equipment
- We specialize in complex water rights litigation support
- Our firm pioneered sequential lot line adjustment methodology for agricultural properties
Services
Boundary Surveys
Our boundary surveys establish precise property lines through comprehensive record research and field measurements. We examine historical deeds, locate monuments, and prepare legal descriptions that comply with California's Professional Land Surveyors Act. Clients receive detailed documentation including Record of Surveys for county filing, ensuring clear property definitions for real estate transactions or legal disputes.
Land Entitlement
We guide clients through complex land use entitlement processes for agricultural and development projects. Our services include subdivision approvals, zoning changes, and permit coordination with state and local agencies. With expertise in Williamson Act compliance and sequential lot line adjustments, we help landowners navigate regulatory requirements while maintaining project timelines and budget constraints.
Water Rights Analysis
Our water rights services focus on historical title examination and litigation support for property owners. We analyze riparian and appropriative rights through 19th-century document interpretation, providing expert testimony for legal proceedings. Our team specializes in federal grant right-of-way research and floodplain management documentation to protect client interests in water-related disputes.
GIS Services
We implement customized GIS solutions for agricultural organizations and irrigation districts. Our systems integrate field data collection with automated mapping and infrastructure inventory management. Clients benefit from mobile access to spatial data for precision farming operations, crop damage documentation, and water meter tracking through tailored GIS platforms.
FEMA Elevation Certifications
We provide FEMA-compliant elevation certifications for flood insurance requirements. Our surveys determine building elevations relative to National Geodetic Survey benchmarks and prepare LOMA documentation. Clients receive accurate flood zone determinations and certification packages that meet National Flood Insurance Program standards for property risk assessment.
People
Michael L. Quartaroli
Licensed Land Surveyor and President
With over 45 years of experience in California land surveying, Michael leads the firm's technical operations. His expertise includes historical deed research, water rights litigation support, and agricultural land entitlement. Active in professional organizations like CLSA and NSPLS, he pioneered sequential lot line adjustment methodology.
John A. Glick
Land Surveying Professional
John brings 29 years of land use planning experience to the team. Specializing in entitlement processes and permit coordination, he manages complex subdivision projects across the Central Valley. His work focuses on balancing client needs with regulatory requirements for efficient project approvals.
Gonzalo Rios
CAD Technician
Gonzalo provides technical support since joining in 2004. With an Associate of Science in Computer Drafting, he specializes in digital mapping and survey data processing. His work ensures accurate translation of field measurements into detailed plans for clients and regulatory submissions.
Questions
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve California's San Joaquin Valley and Motherlode regions, covering San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, and Sacramento counties.
How do you handle historical property research?
Our team specializes in interpreting 19th-century documents and patents to establish property chains of title. We use this expertise for water rights litigation and agricultural subdivision projects.
What surveying technology do you use?
We employ robotic total stations, geodetic GPS systems, and computer-driven mapping plotters to ensure precise measurements and efficient data processing for all projects.
Can you assist with agricultural property divisions?
Yes, we pioneered sequential lot line adjustment methodology specifically for agricultural properties, helping landowners divide parcels while meeting local zoning requirements.
Do you provide FEMA flood certification services?
We offer complete FEMA elevation certification services, including building elevation surveys and LOMA documentation to determine flood zone status for insurance purposes.
What GIS solutions do you offer?
We develop customized GIS systems for agricultural organizations, including automated mapping, infrastructure inventory management, and mobile data collection solutions tailored to specific operational needs.