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As measurements are taken, record them on the sketch of the lot. Then, measure each of the property lines from corner to corner. First, sketch the general configuration of the lot on a piece of graph paper fastened to a clipboard. The Duncan residence, first introduced at the end of Chapter 5, will be used […]

As can be seen, four separate measurements could have been taken in the Figure 6-16 Use a screwdriver to secure one end of the tape measure. Two people can more accurately locate both ends of the tape measure and pull it taut to ensure correct measurements. However, moving the tape measure con­sumes time and increases […]

There are a number of sources that should be investigated to obtain digital informa­tion on a site that can be used for creating the base map and base sheet. Similarly, most surveyors retain their property surveys in a digital format that can be purchased as a CAD file or hardcopy. This typically requires some trial […]

A designer should always be careful not to misinterpret what may seem to be an obvious property line. Furthermore, a copy of the deed can sometimes be obtained from the city or county office that records property ownership and its transfer. Property lines are legal boundaries of the site, and so their location should not […]

The landscape designer prepares the base map after all the necessary dimensions have been obtained from on-site measuring and other sources. It can also help establish what specific elements need to be removed, replaced, replanted, or relocated later when actual construction begins. Both the base map and the site analysis are necessary in discussing the […]

The term site plan has two definitions. site. This drawing instructs the building contractor where to locate the new house on the 117.5′ Figure 6-11 Typical site plan. The second use of the term site plan is by landscape architects, architects, and engineers to describe the scaled drawing that shows the proposed landscape design or […]

Lots located in areas of irregular topography, along a water edge, or near other un­usual natural features may be more irregular in configuration. Lot A lot, sometimes referred to as a parcel, is the area of ground on which a single-family residence is located (Figure 6—2). A setback is the minimum distance that any portion […]

Following that meeting, and after a 10-day period for you to study the preliminary plans and get back to me with your comments, I shall begin the design of the final master plan. They will show the location of all proposed site elements (and existing site features that are to remain) such as walks, driveway, […]

Many master plans involve the construction of steps, walls, decks, fences, arbors, and so forth. But, there is a difference between the two. Scope of Work The proposal should identify specific tasks the designer intends to complete. A retainer fee is common practice in design professions. Detailed construction drawings are typically not part of the […]

Site analysis……………………………………………………………………………… This can be accomplished by repeating the major points and requests made by the clients. each)……………………………………………………. This helps to ensure that the clients’ thoughts have been accu­rately heard. 1.5 hr. And that may mean a sizable design fee. This may be viewed as inexpensive by some designers and as ludicrous to others, depending […]