LARE Construction Documentation Flashcards

A 'cross-section' drawing is most useful for communicating:

Answer: Grade changes and vertical relationships through a cut plane

Cross-sections cut through the site at a specified line to reveal vertical grade relationships, slopes, and subsurface conditions that cannot be shown on a plan view.

What is the primary role of 'general notes' on a construction drawing sheet?

Answer: To provide project-wide instructions, standards, and code references that apply to that sheet or the whole set

General notes communicate blanket requirements—such as code compliance, inspection requirements, or material standards—that apply broadly rather than to a single element.

Which line type is conventionally used to show hidden or underground features on a site plan?

Answer: Dashed or hidden line

Dashed lines (hidden lines) indicate features that exist below grade or are not visible in the view, such as underground utilities or footing edges.

An 'addendum' issued during bidding is used to:

Answer: Formally modify or clarify the construction documents before bids are submitted

An addendum is a written amendment issued to all bidders before bid submission to correct errors, clarify requirements, or change the scope.

On an irrigation plan, 'PR' next to a head symbol typically means:

Answer: Precipitation Rate

PR on irrigation plans commonly denotes Precipitation Rate, indicating how fast a given sprinkler head applies water in inches per hour.

A 'submittal' in the construction process is:

Answer: A sample, shop drawing, or product data provided by the contractor for the designer's review and approval

Submittals are contractor-provided documents or physical samples that allow the designer to verify materials and methods conform to contract requirements before installation.

Which drawing typically shows the horizontal distance between site features and property boundaries?

Answer: Dimension plan or layout plan

A dimension plan or layout plan provides precise horizontal measurements locating all site elements relative to property lines, benchmarks, or other reference points.