Whether land surveying is more of an art or a science has been a contentious debate for centuries, and throughout history the pendulum has swung back and forth in support of both theories. Despite recent technological developments in surveying that have pitted the debate more towards the scientific realm, to the more experienced surveyor, surveying is more of an art than a science.
There are five distinct situations where you are going to need a land survey prepared in Connecticut. Sometimes it’s better to do it before the situation arises so you don’t have to wait for an opening in the survey team’s schedule.
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Repeating the mistakes of history can often cost a great deal in terms of lost money and time. For example, if you are buying a new piece of property, building or renovating your home, or installing a new fence, you can avoid repeating the mistakes that led to the Southwick Jog by hiring a professionally licensed land surveyor to complete a land survey. Find out how by learning the history that led to the bizarre curve in Connecticut’s northwestern boundary with Massachusetts.
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Global Positioning System (GPS) technology is a space-based radio-navigation system that provides users worldwide with valuable information including three-dimensional position, navigation, velocity and time data. It comprises of 24 satellites, which are in orbit some 12,000 miles above the earth’s surface. GPS operates on the principle of triangulation. The satellites broadcast their position on a continuous basis, and by combining the measurements from different satellites.
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A pool is surely an eye-catcher and it can be a major entertainment and recreational spot on your property. It offers privacy, comfort, and convenience. If you want a pool on your property, everything boils down to basically having enough space for the pool and how much you are willing to spend for it. You must be warned, though, that if you are planning to resell your property in the future, having a pool does not necessarily increase its selling price since some buyers might be put off by safety and maintenance concerns.
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When looking to develop your property, whether it be residential or commercial, the DEEP (Department of Energy and Environmental Protection) plays an important role. The DEEP helps to insure that your property is not going to cause any damage to the local environment when starting new construction, or that if you are looking to change the boundary lines of your property, that it will not encroach on protected lands. This service is very important for both the property owners, insuring that they are not breaking any laws, and the environment alike.
On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy made her way up the eastern seaboard and struck a path through Connecticut. Governor Malloy ordered road closures for all state highways because of the immense amount of rain and wind that was going to strike the state. About 630,000 residents within Connecticut lost power. Some didn’t have have their power turned back on for over a week. After the storm passes, however, the focus turns to the after effects of the hurricane.
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The average cost of a cleanup from flood damage, when you factor in costs like cleaning, flooring, electrical, even from only an inch of water can be over $10,000. Regular insurance doesn’t provide flood protection, ,but the government does, in the form of the National Flood Insurance Program. To qualify though, you need a FEMA Elevation Certificate.
