I'd like to put an offer contingent upon an acceptable survey. 

After speaking with a few architects, it was suggested that I first get my land surveyed, then work with an architect, then hire a general contractor.

It is a very expensive process and you would need to talk to a surveyor who will put up a package including doing new boundary surveys, defining the number of reserves (restricted/unrestricted) etc.

Hi Fellow Members,Can you please advise on how much would a typically cost to do a survey on a residential property.

And a full scale asbestos survey shouldn't cost more than $300, and then you'll know exactly what you can and can't mess with. 

Parts of this neighborhood reminded me of the North side in Richmond Va where i am from.  5 The wedge and area 2 - have not had the chance to survey yet.I know a few drive bys are not enough to be able to understand the lay of the land so i may be totally of base; which is why i would love to hear from folks that are more seasoned Hope to get a good conversation going.thanks,satha

Right next to a f neighborhood.To get an easement, you would have to pay for a commercial survey and sue someone if you could not get an adjacent owner to agree to it.I would try and sell it to one of the neighbors for sure.

The only choices you have are to pay off the mortgage so the insurance is not mandatory, try to find private flood insurance that is less expensive, attempt to flood proof the property or sell it.You may want to call your local government floodplain administrator, engineering or survey or drainage dept to see if there are any flood related improvements planned in your area, such as a drainage project, that may lower your flood risk.

Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s) aka Declarations, or Master Deed.Signed Bylaws for HOAArticles of Incorporation for HOAManagement Agreement (unless self managed)HOA BudgetCurrent Financial Statements (Income Statement & Balance Sheet)Minutes of last 2 HOA MeetingsRecorded Amendments for annexationPlat Map and/or Air Lot Survey Condominium PlansThe process is about 90 days but I think they have a rush fee for about $1000.  

CBRE releases a cap rate survey that's really good.