The rough grading must be certified by a qualified surveyor (either a professional engineer or Manitoba Land Surveyor). The building permit applicant (who is generally the builder) is responsible to hire the surveyor and make arrangements for lot grade certification.
To ensure that the lot meets the requirements of the Lot Grade Permit and the Lot Grading By-law, the surveyor will:
- measure the lot grade elevation of the structure and all related lot grade elevations including elevations at all lot corners, high points or changes in slope, swales and retaining walls (if applicable) and any other elevations on the permit.
- inspect the placement of all sump pump hoses and downspout extensions.
“Surveyor” means a person who has received a commission to practice as a surveyor of lands and is registered under the Manitoba Land Surveyors Act or a person who is a Professional Engineer licensed to practice in the Province of Manitoba.
