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What is a RI CLASS I Survey Standard?

  The Class I Survey Standard, as defined in the Procedural and Technical Standards for the Practice of Land Surveying in the State of Rhode Island, is for RI Land Surveyors conducting high accuracy property surveys and preparing a property survey and plans. Class I – High Accuracy Surveys The Procedural and Technical Standards for the Practice […]

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Can RI Land Surveyors Only Survey One Property Line?

A question that customers looking to hire a RI land surveyor often asked when contacting Foster Survey Company is: Can RI land surveyors only survey one property line? My answer to that question is this: Yes, and maybe. There is not one straightforward answer because the customer asking whether Rhode Island land surveying companies will survey […]

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Eric D. Colburn, PLS Receives RI DEM OWTS Class II Designer’s License Renewal for 2013-2015

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Foster Survey Company Owner and President, Eric D. Colburn, PLS, has successfully received renewal of his RI DEM Class II Designer’s License. A licensed Class II Designer in Rhode Island can design […]

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Town of Richmond Offers Amenities For Residents

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) announces that in response to the impacts of Hurricane Sandy, the following municipality is offering amenities to its residents: Richmond Potable water distribution (bring […]

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RI DEM Updates Septic System OWTS Repair Guidance in Critical Erosion Areas For Hurricane Sandy

  Hurricane Sandy wreaked havoc in Rhode Island, resulting in property loss and damage from winds, floods, and beach erosion. If Hurricane Sandy damaged your septic system, you will need to repair that damage to make your home habitable again. There are a myriad of rules and regulations for the repair of septic systems, particularly for […]

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After the Flood Tips from the National Flood Insurance Program

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Now that Hurricane Sandy is largely moving out of and away from Rhode Island, many of us are waking up to the aftermath, cleanup, and recovery from the storm. We hope […]

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Foster Survey Company RI Hurricane Sandy Storm and Flood Map

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Foster Survey Company created this GIS map, which combines site specific RI FEMA flood zones, areas of possible storm surge, and Hurricane Sandy location and information. We hope that in exploring the […]

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Hurricane Sandy News, Updates & Resources

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Anticipating the arrival of Hurricane Sandy, RI Gov. Chafee declared a state of emergency, while mandatory evacuations are ordered in Misquamicut, Watch Hill and other susceptible neighborhoods by Town of Westerly officials. As […]

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Track Hurricane Sandy (aka Frankenstorm) With Hurricanes & Cyclones Public Information Map

Hurricanes & Cyclones Public Information Map [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”] Like many Rhode Island residents this weekend, we are preparing for Hurricane Sandy, aka Frankenstorm. We are preparing for the worst, but hoping for the best […]

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City of Warwick Hurricane Resources Online

The City of Warwick has published online hurricane resources, including many links to hurricane, tropical storm, and flooding information. You’ll also find free informational downloads on the City of Warwick Hurricanes website, including the City of Warwick’s Hurricane Preparedness Guide. City of Warwick Hurricane Resources You’ll Find Online: Hurricanes are products of the tropical ocean and […]