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TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY
Sometimes called a “contour” survey, this type of survey is used to determine the elevations throughout a piece of property by taking into account not only the horizontal boundaries of your land, but also the vertical features, both natural and man-made (e.g., trees, hills, ravines, poles, walkways, streams, etc.). A topographic survey can serve a number of vital purposes, but especially if you are planning improvements on your land that could affect the landscape.
WHEN DO YOU NEED A TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY?
- If you’re planning a landscaping project that could affect natural drainage or other factors
- To identify potential building sites
- To resolve existing drainage or standing water issues on your land
- If you’re planning to install any other drainage or grading features on your land
- As a requirement by local zoning authorities for permits and improvements
WHAT TO EXPECT WITH A TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY
- Survey crew will arrive at the property to collect data, flag corners and re-set missing pins
- Survey crew will locate all natural and man-made features (streams, buildings roads etc.)
- Survey crew will collect vertical elevation data of the property
- A scale drawing (or “plat”) is drawn showing:
- Property lines, bearings, distances and acreage.
- Property improvements such as buildings, driveways, fences, pools, etc.,
- Property features and vertical elevations
- Any encroachments that might exist will be shown.