Boundary & Topographic Checklist
General Scattered Lot
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Failed Tasks:
Environment Setup
Import Field Data
Import the text file generated by the field crew (.txt) using the IMPORTPOINTS command in the PNEZD (comma-delinted) format. If the field crew also uploaded a CAD DWG file, import or xref the data into the master drawing.
Update Point Groups
Update the point group to automatically apply styles and setting for specific points. Either right-click on the point group item in Prospector and click "Update"; or run the UPDATEALLPOINTGROUPS command.
Change Drawing To Drafting Scale
Cogo points scale automatically with the current scale of the drafting area. To decrease the size of the points, chose a scale closer to 1" = 1'. To increase the size of the points, move away from 1" = 1' (i.e. points at 1" = 100' are larger than points at 1" = 20').
Boundary Survey
Basis of Bearing Determination
Determine your basis of bearing hold line. Move your linework onto the line. Never move your points (they are tied to a lot of GPS enabled systems).
Basis of Bearing Shown & Drafted
Using the appropriate drafting standards, Depict the two points you used for the basis of bearing. Tie the two points to definable points on the subject lot. Use break lines and curves with smaller drawn radii to assist (still state the published radii).
Property Monumentation
All points along the boundary are shown as being monumented (either found or set). The corners are called out on what they are and any identifing descriptions. Any supporting monumentation is called and tied to the property accurately.
Measured Bearings and Distances
For every line and curve on the property that has at least one found monument, note the measured bearing and distance from the found monument to either the other side's found monument or to the calculated location. Note this bearing and distance as "(M)". If both sides of a line or curve do not have any monuments, change the suffix of the plat bearing and distance to be "(P&M)".
Adjacent Lot Information
The adjacent lot information is updated with the field information. See the Pre-Draw section for further information
Site Benchmark(s)
General Requirement Show at least one benchmark near the site. Valid options include a nail in the road, a nail in the power pole, the north rim of a manhole, or other permanent structure.
Palm Coast Requirement Show at least one benchmark near the site. Valid options include a nail in the road or a nail in the power pole.
Palm Bay Requirement Locate the palm bay benchmark the field crew located and shot. Adjust the field data to make the palm bay benchmark equal the posted elevation. Adjust the Vertical Datum note with the Palm Bay note. Add an additional two benchmarks with the nails in the road in front of each lot corner.
Topographic Survey
Topographic Harmony
Review all the data received with respect to their elevations. All the elevations should be similar to those around it. If any elevation appears to be exceptionally high or exceptionally low, let a PSM know.
Filter Data
Remove data that may be crowding an area and where there is already sufficient data. Never delete data! Rather utilize the tools provided in your point groups.
Fill Missing Data
General Requirement If required, import the stored lidar data for the site. There should be three ground shots along the front property line, three ground shots in the middle of the lot, and three ground shots along the back property line.
Palm Coast Requirement Import the stored lidar data for the site. Have a maximum 25.00' x 25.00' grid of ground shots. Show a 25.00' spaced row of ground shots 10.00' off of the property line on both sides and the rear.
Palm Bay Requirement Import the stored lidar data for the site. Show a 25.00' spaced row of ground shots 10.00' along the sides and rear of the subject lot. Show a ground shot in the middle of the front property line and one in the middle of the lot. If a neighboring lot is occupied, show a 25.00' spaced row of ground shots 10.00' off of the property line.
Draft Lines and Features
Draft all the located features and lines. Label fences with their height and material. Show any utilities located. Show located above ground wires. If a building, garage, or shed is within 5.00 feet of the property line, show a tie from the closest corner of the structure perpendicular to the property line.
Paper Space
Viewport
Unlock the viewport and change the view to be centered on the subject property and surrounding information. Choose a scale that best fits the lot and information, preferring being closer to a 1" = 1' scale. Ensure no text, symbols, or other relevant data is cut or outside of the viewport. Change the scale in the top-right of the template to match your viewport scale by using the selection attribute (downwards triangle).
Survey Title
To the left of the company logo on the template, take the "BOUNDARY SURVEY" text object and place it right of the logo (in the survey title area) and moved to the top. If the topographic survey section was performed, change the text to read "BOUNDARY & TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY".
Datums
Ensure the Horizontal and Vertical Datum sections are properly filled out. State the held bearing basis in the Horizontal Datum section.
Rest of The Template
If filling out a manual template, ensure the rest of the fields are filled, less the HOUSE MODEL field.
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