"Texas, often referred to as the Lone Star State, is a thriving hub for economic growth and innovation, making it an attractive destination for commercial real estate investment." - Chris Evans

Why Surveys Are Essential for Commercial Land Assemblage in Texas

Large-scale commercial projects in Texas—such as mixed-use developments, distribution centers, medical campuses, and major retail hubs—often begin with land assemblage, the process of combining several adjacent parcels into a single development site.

Because each parcel comes with its own boundaries, easements, utilities, and legal descriptions, surveys are one of the most important tools in the assemblage process.

Here’s why commercial developers depend on surveys when assembling land.

1. Aligning Boundaries Across Multiple Parcels

Each parcel may have:

• Different boundary descriptions

• Conflicting survey data

• Overlapping or gaps between deeds

• Missing markers

A commercial survey resolves inconsistencies and provides a unified, accurate boundary for the entire assemblage area.

2. Mapping Easements That Cross or Affect Multiple Properties

Assemblage projects often include easements like:

• Utility corridors

• Shared access easements

• Drainage channels

• Pipeline easements

• Ingress/egress routes

Surveys show how these constraints impact the combined development footprint.

3. Revealing Utility Infrastructure Differences Between Parcels

Some parcels may have:

• Sewer access

• Water lines

• Electrical service

• Fire suppression capacity

Others may not.
Survey data helps engineers design a unified utility system for the full site.

4. Supporting Replatting and Zoning Applications

Assemblage almost always requires:

• Replatting

• New legal descriptions

• Lot consolidation

• Easement realignment

• Zoning adjustments

Cities demand precise survey data before approving these changes.

5. Providing the Foundation for Master Planning

Once the parcels are unified, surveys help determine:

• Building placement

• Road and driveway connectivity

• Parking configuration

• Detention and drainage needs

• Utility corridors

• Pedestrian circulation

This ensures the final master plan is accurate and buildable.

Final Thoughts

Land assemblage is complex, but surveys bring clarity and structure to the process. South Texas Surveying provides the multi-parcel surveying expertise developers need to combine land, eliminate conflicts, and build large-scale commercial projects with confidence.