When change of land use is planned, there are numerous planning considerations involved. For example:

•  Where is the property located? Depending on location, what governmental body will have approving jurisdiction—township, county, city, state, federal, or some other unit?
• Will the design work well for the future as well as today?
• Has the plan taken into consideration the use of natural topography in relation to the economics and appearance for the area?
• Is the project aesthetically pleasing?
• Does the proposed use of land meet the needs of both the owner and community?
• Would the developer be proud to have his name connected with all aspects of planning and design? Will the plan find community acceptance?

After taking all factors into consideration, is the project still a feasible and profitable venture for the developer?

A professional land surveyor can assist both developer and community in addressing these and other questions pertinent to successful land use development.

A land surveyor's experience with boundaries, topography, and subdivision provide the expertise for assessing function and design in proposed property use.

In most areas, specific ordinances or laws regulate the use of private property. R. F. Kline & Assoc. Inc.  surveyors have day-to-day contact with agencies and staff involved in dealing with these regulations and proposed land use changes.

Single family housing, multi-family housing, planned unit development, condominiums, business or commercial use, industrial use, recreational use, and public areas are some of the types of developments with which we are familiar.

Our surveyors can develop many alternative types of projects of land use plans as required for the owner's specific purposes.

For almost all plans, however, a contoured topographic map of the area and a boundary line survey are needed. Additional information relative to traffic patterns, drainage, water supply, sanitary and storm sewer and other utilities must generally also be gathered and evaluated. A thorough knowledge of local zoning regulations will also prove helpful in planning the best use of the property.

Our professional land surveyors have the qualifications and expertise necessary to provide the mapping and boundary services fundamental to any planning process. In addition, we can apply our own familiarity with local zoning requirements to develop practical and efficient subdivision plans.