How to Plot Lot Bearing in AutoCAD 2016?

Understanding Lot Bearings in AutoCAD 2025

When dealing with land surveying or property development, plotting lot bearings correctly is crucial for accuracy in design and layout. This guide will walk you through the steps required to plot a lot bearing in AutoCAD 2025 efficiently.

Step 1: Preparing Your Workspace

1. Open AutoCAD 2025 and create a new drawing or open an existing one where you intend to plot your lot bearings.
2. Use the Toolspace panel; if it is not visible, enable it by navigating to the View tab and selecting Toolspace.

Step 2: Accessing the Survey Tab

1. In the Toolspace, navigate to the Survey tab.
2. Right-click on your named network and select the relevant Survey Command Window to access point information and bearings.

Step 3: Using the Bearing Command

1. In the Survey Command Window, locate and click on the Point Information menu.
2. Select Bearing to begin entering point identifiers.
3. Input the identifier for the starting point of your lot (e.g., “Point A”).
4. Enter the identifier for the next point along the bearing (e.g., “Point B”).

Step 4: Plotting the Lot

1. Start entering the coordinates for each point of the lot using polar coordinates. For instance, you might type:

   @6000<n88d0

   This indicates a point is 6000 units away at a bearing of 88 degrees from the North.

2. Continue this process for remaining points, ensuring to follow the correct bearings provided for each segment (e.g., 2-3, 3-4, and so forth).

3. Close the shape by returning to the original starting point, ensuring that all connections are accurately plotted.

Step 5: Finalizing the Lot Plot

1. After all points are entered and connected, review the plotted lines to ensure they correspond correctly to the intended lot boundaries.
2. Use the Zoom tool or the Pan tool to inspect the plotted area carefully.
3. If necessary, adjust any points to ensure accuracy.

Step 6: Saving Your Work

1. Go to the File menu and select Save to keep your drawing updated.
2. Consider using a meaningful file name to easily identify the land plot in the future.

FAQ

1. What is a bearing in surveying?
A bearing is a directional measurement between two points, expressed in degrees from a reference direction, typically North. It indicates how to move from one point to another in relation to cardinal directions.

2. How do I check if my plotted bearings are correct?
You can verify the accuracy of your plotted bearings by comparing your AutoCAD drawing against a physical survey plan or original property map, ensuring the angles and distances match.

3. Can I automate the plotting process in AutoCAD?
Yes, AutoCAD allows for the utilization of scripts and CAD standards to automate repetitive tasks. You can create scripts to input a sequence of bearings and distances automatically, saving time and reducing the potential for human error.