Documentation / Site measurement and boundary record
Land survey
/lænd ˈsɜːr.veɪ/noun
From Old English land and Anglo-French surveier, “to look over,” from Latin videre, “to see.”
Definition
A measured record of a property prepared by a surveyor, showing its legal boundaries, corners, easements, existing buildings, and often ground levels and contours.
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Structural & construction notes
Surveyors use total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, and sometimes laser scanning, tied to a fixed benchmark. The survey is the base for the site plan, setbacks, drainage, and foundation levels. Requirements and who may sign it vary by jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
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