By Phil Fowler, PLS, Sr. Project Manager, & Robin Rednose-Lewis, Director of ALTA Services, both at Partner Engineering and Science, Inc. | Published December 22, 2025 on GlobeSt.com
Developed through a joint collaboration between the American Land Title Association (ALTA) and the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS), the 2026 ALTA/NSPS Guidelines have been released and will take effect on February 23, 2026.
This 11th edition includes eight sections and updates to Table A Optional Items. Most revisions focus on tightening and clarifying language and improving surveyors’ field procedures with minimal anticipated impact on project timelines or costs.
Below are highlights of the changes most relevant to commercial real estate professionals.
In this Globe St. article, Phil Fowler & Robin Rednose-Lewis discuss what the 2026 ALTA/NSPS updates mean for CRE professionals.

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