Base and meridian are imaginary reference lines used by surveyors to accurately describe the location of land. These lines form part of the Government Rectangular Survey System, with the baseline running east-west and the meridian running north-south.
A LINK is a unit of distance commonly used by surveyors, where 100 links form a surveyor’s chain. One link is equivalent to 7.92 inches or 0.66 foot.
A plat book is a public record containing detailed maps of land, showing the division of the land into streets, blocks, and lots, and indicating the measurements of the individual lots.
A platted lot is a parcel of land that has been surveyed and officially recorded on a final plat map, typically within a subdivision. This process includes specifications of lot boundaries, street locations, and utility installations.
Lines parallel to a principal meridian, marking off the land into six-mile strips known as ranges in the government rectangular survey system.
A surveyor is a professional who specializes in determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them. They typically work on land surveys to establish property boundaries, create topographic maps, and facilitate construction projects. In real estate, surveyors play a crucial role in validating property lines, legal descriptions, and ensuring compliance with zoning and building codes.
