Updates to Nevada Revised Statutes 327
Public Workshop

The National Geodetic Survey (NGS) is in the process of updating its official national geodetic datum-the reference framework used for surveying, mapping, GPS positioning, and elevations nationwide.  This update reflects modern satellite-based measurement technology and accounts for the fact that the Earth’s surface changes over time due to tectonic motion, subsidence, and uplift.  As a result of this national change, Nevada statutes that reference older datums must be updated to remain aligned with the federally adopted standard.  NVBPELS, with the assistance of the Nevada Association of Land Surveyors (NALS), is taking the lead role in seeking this legislative action to update NRS 327 to conform with the nationally adopted geodetic datum. 

This is an alignment measure only.  It does not move property lines, change land ownership, or require resurveying of existing parcels.  Its purpose is to ensure that Nevada’s legal framework keeps pace with nationally, accepted measurement standards and modern professional practice.

The Nevada Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors will conduct a Public Workshop to present and discuss the proposed amendments to Chapter 327 of the Nevada Revised Statutes, and to receive comments from all interested parties.