Creating a Base Plan

What should be used to plot the rough sketch before drawing the final plot plan?

• Tracing paper

• Graph paper

• Tissue paper

• Both A and C

What is the purpose of using a line (reference line) along one side of the house?

• To locate reference points

• To measure property lines

• To draw a compass

• To construct a plot plan

What should be noted first in step five of preparing a base plan?

• Compass

• Easement

• Property line

• Street edge

Which feature is measured from the back edge of the curb or edge of street?

• Property line

• House corner

• Street edge

• Easement

Which of the following features should be included in the base plan drawing?

• Existing walks

• Terraces

• Outbuildings

• All of the above

Diagram and place space needs. True or False?

• True

• False

An outdoor living area should be large enough for the use it will receive. True or False?

• True

• False

The following areas are frequently found in the home landscape: Work or service area. True or False?

• True

• False

Develop each area according to the family's needs and priorities.

• True

• False

What should be considered to make a service area attractive?

• Painting it

• Screening it with structures or plants

• Adding lights

• Building a fence