Check Flood Maps Before an Elevation Certificate
If you’re buying land or planning a build, you’ll probably hear this early on: “You might need an elevation certificate.” It sounds simple enough, so it’s easy to think you should just go ahead and order one. However, doing that too soon can actually slow things down if you haven’t looked at your property first. […]
Topographic Survey Requirements for Site Plan Approval
If you plan to build, you may think your design is ready to go. You have your idea, your layout, and maybe even a contractor lined up. However, many projects slow down at one point—the site plan review. In many cases, the problem is not the design. Instead, it is missing or incomplete topographic survey […]
Why a Due Diligence Survey Matters for Development Projects
Mississippi continues to attract new development. Across the state, investors look for land for factories, warehouses, tech sites, and new business spaces. As a result, communities often hear about these projects once companies announce them. But the real work starts much earlier. Before developers commit to a project, they spend months studying possible sites. They […]