LAC 46:LXI.2905. Classification of Boundary Surveys

A. Types of Boundary Surveys. Four types of boundary surveys, which relate to or define property boundaries, are regulated by these standards of practice. These are property boundary surveys, route surveys, DOTD right-of-way surveys and mineral unitization surveys. B. Presented below are classifications which define the degree of accuracy which shall be attained for boundary surveys performed in Louisiana. These classifications are based upon the purposes for which the property is being used at the time the survey is performed and any proposed developments which are disclosed to the professional land surveyor by the client. Refer to §2913 for accuracy standards for each of the following classes of boundary surveys. 1. Class A Surveys. Boundary surveys which require maximum surveying accuracy. This includes, but is not limited to, surveys of urban business district properties and highly developed commercial properties. 2. Class B Surveys. Boundary surveys of properties which justify a high degree of surveying accuracy. This includes, but is not limited to, surveys of commercial properties and higher priced residential properties located outside urban business districts and highly developed commercial areas. 3. Class C Surveys. Boundary surveys of residential and suburban areas. This includes, but is not limited to, surveys of residential areas which cannot be classified as class A or class B surveys. 4. Class D Surveys. Boundary surveys of all remaining properties which cannot be classified as class A, B or C surveys. This includes, but is not limited to, surveys of farm lands and rural areas.