ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey (ALTA Survey): An ALTA Survey is a form of Land Survey Plat (LSP) that is required to meet numerous detailed specifications established by the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS). The requirements that the Professional Land Surveyor must meet are described in a ten page document, the last three pages of which is a list of Table A optional items for the survey plat. ALTA Surveys are typically only required for commercial properties.
ALTA Surveys are required by law to be deposited in the public record in the county where the subject property lies.