CST Code Compliance 4

Question 1

Many states require a surveyor to file a record of survey or corner record within a set time after setting what?

Accepted Answer

New monuments at property or PLSS corners

Answer

Corner record and record-of-survey statutes require filing when monuments are set or corners are restored.

Question 2

Which document lists the easements and encumbrances that an ALTA/NSPS survey must address?

Accepted Answer

The title commitment (Schedule B, Part II)

Answer

Surveyors review the title commitment's Schedule B exceptions and plot or note each easement and encumbrance.

Question 3

Which ALTA/NSPS Table A item requires showing the flood zone classification of the property?

Accepted Answer

Item 3

Answer

Table A Item 3 calls for the flood zone designation with the proper FIRM panel and date.

Question 4

A survey crew must place equipment within a public roadway. Which federal manual governs temporary traffic control for their work zone?

Accepted Answer

MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices)

Answer

MUTCD Part 6 sets the requirements for temporary traffic control in work zones, including survey operations.

Question 5

Federal regulations require notifying the FAA for construction or structures of what height above ground level, generally?

Accepted Answer

More than 200 feet

Answer

Under 14 CFR Part 77, structures over 200 feet AGL (and others near airports) require FAA notice via Form 7460-1.

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