The Debate That Put the FEMA Elevation Certificate in Focus

Land surveyor taking elevation measurements near the water, helping determine details needed for a FEMA elevation certificate

If you live in Tampa, you probably heard about the Magnolia Hotel debate in Hyde Park. Neighbors packed meetings, argued about traffic and building height, and pushed back hard against the project. But underneath all the noise sat the real issue that shaped the entire conversation: flood risk. And this is where the FEMA elevation […]

Construction Survey Tips to Fix Unpermitted Builds

Construction survey equipment set up on a residential building site to check structure placement and land levels

If you’ve ever added a deck, shed, or carport without realizing you needed a building permit, you’re not alone. Many homeowners in Pinellas County find out later that the county requires approval—even for small projects. The good news is that the county is currently giving residents a chance to fix those mistakes by applying for […]

Prove Your Property Line with Drone Surveying

Drone surveying aerial view of two neighboring homes separated by a clear fence property line

It starts like this: you come home one afternoon and notice your neighbor has planted a neat row of shrubs — right where your fence used to be. You both swear the land is yours. A few heated words later, you’re scrolling Reddit, reading about other homeowners fighting over inches of grass and tree roots. […]