Studies

Topography

Science and technique of graphically representing terrain, including distance, angle and altitude measurements and the production of plans and maps. Topography is the first study performed on any land project.

Why it matters

Without a precise topographic survey, no building, subdivision or development project can be planned correctly. Topography is the foundation of every informed land decision.

Related procedure

Site reconnaissance, reference-point network setup, total-station or differential-GPS survey, data processing, topographic plan production, checking and validation.

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