Design surveys are very similar to topographical surveys, except with a few added elements. In brief, a design survey is a topographic survey, however it also takes into account utilities, existing improvements, or any other structures that may be on the property. It involves above and below ground utilities that may need to be connected to a house, or other type of building.
Design surveys are most often required when someone remodels and/or removes part of a home, and things such as water pipes need to be reconnected. A design survey is vital to development projects, as it covers both topography at the ground level, as well as the location of other structures and improvements located on the property.
Design surveys are most often required when someone remodels and/or removes part of a home, and things such as water pipes need to be reconnected. A design survey is vital to development projects, as it covers both topography at the ground level, as well as the location of other structures and improvements located on the property.