Easement Lines 

Step 6: First of all, note the city easement line, which is legally city property. The city may remove any planting or construction within this area for street widening, sewer work, etc. The exact location of this line will vary according to city ordinance. Next,
locate one corner of the house using the two dimensions measured from the street and side property lines. From this point, extend a line representing the front of the house the same number of feet measured. Do the same for the remaining sides of the house until you return to the original corner.

Step 7: Locate other existing features on a rough sketch by using the same method used for locating the corner of the house. By measuring from known reference points, such as the street, property line or house in two directions, the following permanent features can be located:

• A. Windows, doors and chimneys, including the height off the
  ground.

• B. All above and below ground utilities.

• C. Utility meters, electrical outlets and water spigots.

• D. Natural or prominent features such as retaining walls, ravines
  and rock outcroppings.

• E. Existing trees and shrubs.

• F. Neighbor's buildings and landscape features near the property
  line.

• G. Roof overhang on house.
   

All of these features should be measured and drawn on the rough sketch before drawing on the final plan.