Question 1

What is a Lot Line Adjustment (LLA)?

Accepted Answer

A Lot Line Adjustment (LLA) is the process of changing the existing property lines of a parcel. LLAs must follow the provisions set by Section 66412(d) of the Subdivision Map Act, which allows for the relocation of one or more lot lines between two or more existing adjacent parcels, provided no new parcels are created. This process can merge up to four adjoining parcels into one, change boundaries between up to four parcels, or reconfigure their shapes. The number of parcels cannot be increased through an LLA.

Question 2

How can Bedrock Engineering assist with FEMA Elevation Certificates and LOMA applications?

Accepted Answer

If FEMA has determined your property is within a flood hazard zone, Bedrock Engineering can assist in completing a FEMA Elevation Certificate and a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) or Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) application. These documents may be necessary for purchasing flood insurance, selling the property, or during new construction or remodeling. An Elevation Certificate provides elevation information to ensure compliance with local floodplain management ordinances and to determine proper insurance premium rates. If the certificate indicates that parts of the property are above the floodplain elevation, a LOMA can be submitted to FEMA to remove the property from the flood hazard zone, potentially eliminating the requirement for flood insurance.

Question 3

What services does Bedrock Engineering offer for Parcel Maps?

Accepted Answer

Bedrock Engineering's Professional Land Surveyors have extensive experience producing and filing Parcel Maps, which are recorded maps illustrating the division of land, commonly known as 'lot splits.' The parcel map process consists of a tentative map showing boundary and topographic information, followed by a final map upon approval. The final map details property boundary resolutions, subdivided parcels, existing or proposed easements, and survey points found or set during the survey.

Question 4

What is the process for obtaining a Legal Description from Bedrock Engineering?

Accepted Answer

Legal Descriptions are detailed geographical descriptions of a parcel of land for identifying the property in legal transactions. Bedrock Engineering's Professional Land Surveyors provide accurate, detailed legal property descriptions, which may be necessary for addressing property line encroachments, roadway vacations, parking rights, ingress/egress, or light, air, and view restrictions. Legal descriptions are also essential when conducting a lot line adjustment to create new parcel descriptions.

Question 5

What subdivision services are provided by Bedrock Engineering?

Accepted Answer

Bedrock Engineering offers subdivision design services, creating multiple lots or parcels from an existing larger property. Their Civil Engineering professionals have expertise in designing subdivisions that optimize land use while complying with applicable laws and local regulations. Services include creating subdivision plans for residential tracts, planned unit developments (PUDs), industrial park developments, and site planning with entitlement processing.