Cap Plan Flashcards
Culvert
A length of pip running under a road or other barrier, used to drain or carry water
Water Cycle
The general pattern of movement of the water on, under and above the earth
Air Rights
The rights to the use or control of the air space above a property.
Finish Grade
The elevation of the ground surface after completion of all work.
Access Right
The right of an owner to have ingress and egress to and from a property.
Effective Temperature
A fictitious temperature which would produce the same physiological effect as the combined effects of temperature, humidity, and air movement.
Drain Tile
Clay pipe, usually with open joints, used to convey water away from a footing or to disperse liquid in a septic tank field.
Plot
A parcel of land
Transpiration
The process by which water vapor escapes into the atmosphere from plans.
Grade
The rate of rise or descent of a sloping surface. Also, to remove and/or add earth in order to bring the ground surface to a specified elevation or profile.
Bollard
A stone guard to prevent damage to a wall; also a freestanding stone post to divert vehicular traffic.
Building Line
A line, usually parallel to a property line, beyond which a structure may not extend.
Backfill
Earth that is replaced around a foundation or retaining wall after the concret forms have been removed.
Acquifer
An underground geological formation through which water flows.
Frost Line
The expected maximum depth of frost penetration in the ground in a given area.
