Land Use and Parcel Identification Quiz

Lines or boundaries defining the extent of individual land parcels.

Unique codes assigned to each piece of land for identification and reference.

Information about the legal owners of land parcels, including their names and title.

Categorization of land parcels based on their primary use, such as residential, commercial, or agricultural.

Designated areas on a map indicating access rights or limitations, like utility lines.

Depiction of physical features within a mapped area, including natural features (rivers, mountains) and man-made features (roads, buildings).

Reference points established through surveying techniques to accurately position land parcels on a map.

Information that indicates the map's scale and explains the symbols used to represent features and attributes.

A network of points which form a precise reference framework for accurate positioning and surveying.

A highly accurate base map layer, often derived from aerial photographs and tied to the geodetic control network.

Overlays on the base map that delineate all real property parcels, including boundaries and identifiers.

A unique identifier assigned to each parcel, making each one distinct and traceable.

Data files that store information about each parcel, such as its ID, ownership, and assessment details.

Additional map overlays that are relevant to the assessor, such as municipal boundaries, zoning regulations, and areas prone to flooding.

A unique identifier that can be used to reference a specific parcel.

The most important characteristic of a UPIN. Each parcel has its own unique ID, ensuring no duplicates.

A parcel identification system should be easy to keep updated and able to handle changes like splitting or merging parcels.

The parcel identification system should be able to be used for different purposes, like recognizing land parcels, apartments in a building, underground resources, leases, or specific pathways.

The parcel identification system should provide unique numbers that make it easy to identify a particular location or area.

It should be simple to understand and use, reducing errors. For example, using easy-to-follow numbers like quarter-quarter-section numbers.

The parcel identifier should be constant and shouldn't change unless absolutely necessary.

The system should allow users to easily access and understand information about a particular parcel.

A method of organizing parcel numbers that uses a hierarchical structure, starting with the broadest area and going down to the specific parcel.

A system of numbering parcels that combines Easting and Northing coordinates to create a unique identifier.

The process of shrinking a map or photograph to a smaller scale, such as 1:5000 or 1:10000.

Maps that display specific themes or information, like population density or land use. They often overlay data on a reference background.

A unique identification number assigned to each land parcel in a rural area, using a standardized format.

A system for managing land-related information using automated tools, including mapping and data storage. It combines spatial and non-spatial data.

Information that describes the location and attributes of land parcels, like boundaries, size, and ownership. This includes the traditional land survey data.

Data that describes attributes of a location, but not its exact position, such as property ownership details or tax values.

Data collected using instruments that measure angles and distances from a fixed point to determine the exact location of features on the ground.

Data collected using satellites with GPS receivers to determine the location of points on the Earth's surface.

Comparing different data sources used in mapping, like aerial photographs or satellite images, based on their cost, accuracy, and time required for data collection.

Cadastral maps are large-scale maps that show property boundaries, buildings, and other land features. They provide a detailed representation of land holdings and help with land administration, valuation, and taxation.

Legal documents, field observations, surveys, and even census data can be used as sources for creating a Cadastral map.

Topographic features, vegetation, roads, transportation networks (like airports and train lines), utilities, built-up areas (buildings, fences), and even jurisdictional boundaries are often included in Cadastral Maps.

Cadastral maps are typically used for detailed planning and administration of land, requiring larger scales than general planning maps. Common scales for Cadastral maps range from 1:500 to 1:2000, providing a greater level of detail.

Creating a digital Cadastral map can be more expensive than using existing hard copies, mainly because of the cost of software, hardware, and the time required for data conversion and manipulation.

The title should be prominent and clearly distinct from other text on the map.

Maps should generally be oriented with north at the top.

The map's extent should be clearly defined by a 'neat line' and the scale should be chosen to show the smallest property.

A consistent size for map sheets makes them easier to handle and store.

A north arrow helps to show direction. It should be consistent in size, color, and style.

A scale bar and a representative fraction (like 1:50,000) help readers understand the map's scale.

The legend explains all the symbols and features on the map.

Logos of participating municipalities should be included in the legend, but avoid making them illegible.