Height Survey.
Height limits are enforced, and inspectors want proof. A height survey measures and certifies your structure's height against the approved plans and the applicable datum, in the format your building department expects, at whatever stage they require it.
Who typically needs this
- Builders whose jurisdiction requires height certification at framing or roof
- Homeowners in hillside and view-protection areas
- Architects documenting compliance for final sign-off
Common situations
- The city requires a height certification before the roof inspection
- A hillside ordinance caps height above grade at specific points
- A neighbor dispute requires documented structure heights
What KEG does
- 01Establish the reference datum the jurisdiction specifies
- 02Measure the structure at the required stage and points
- 03Compare measured heights against the approved plans
- 04Prepare the certification in the department's format
What you receive
- Signed height certification for the building department
- Measured data referenced to the correct datum
Most jobs are completed in 1–2 weeks. Scope, schedule and price are confirmed with you before fieldwork begins.
What affects cost
- Number of certification stages required
- Datum complexity in hillside jurisdictions
What affects timing
- Inspection schedule
- Site access at the required stage
Height Survey questions
When during construction is the height survey done?
Whenever your jurisdiction requires it — commonly at framing, roof sheathing or final. Some hillside areas require more than one certification.