RECORDING SITE MEASUREMENTS

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 to show how this should be done. Figure 6-23
Use Roman numerals to note property corners. The property for the Duncan residence is a rectangular shape measuring 80′-0" X 150′-0". The second reason is that the base map and base sheet may not be created until several days or even weeks after measuring the site. This does not have to be exact or to scale as long as the sketched shape corresponds to what is seen and has the correct number of property corners. First, the person who records the field measurements may not be the same one who draws the base map in the office. There are three reasons why site measure­ment notes should be orderly. The use of a pen or marker is not recommended. To record measurements, it is suggested that graph paper, a copy of the site sur­vey, and/or a printout from a digital source be attached to a sturdy clipboard. In addition to the process of taking measurements, one must also record the measure­ments in an organized and legible fashion. The individual in the office who is given the responsibility for preparing the base map and base sheet must easily understand the field measurement notes without additional explanation.