Drone operators challenge surveyors' turf in mapping dispute

Drone operators challenge surveyors' turf in mapping dispute

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https://apnews.com/cb6b4a4883eb315d03f42540828a5121

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for realtors, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences should be.

It seemed like a good use of emerging technology that met an obvious consumer demand, and Jones was careful to add a disclaimer: His maps weren't meant to replace the proper surveys that are often needed for such things as mortgages, title insurance and land use applications.

Drone operators challenge surveyors' turf in mapping dispute

Apr 25, 2021, 2:20pm UTC
https://apnews.com/cb6b4a4883eb315d03f42540828a5121 > RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — When Michael Jones started a side hustle shooting drone photos and videos for realtors, his clients wanted more: Images with property lines on them, to better understand where their fences should be. > It seemed like a good use of emerging technology that met an obvious consumer demand, and Jones was careful to add a disclaimer: His maps weren't meant to replace the proper surveys that are often needed for such things as mortgages, title insurance and land use applications.