ADU 0936: Can You Create Drone Maps Without a Licensed Surveyor?

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Can You Create Drone Maps Without a Licensed Surveyor?

In today’s show we discuss states laws governing drone mapping. Do you really need a surveying license to create drone maps? We clarify what you CAN do and CANNOT do as a drone mapper without a surveying license.

Our caller, Michael recently got into trouble with the North Carolina Board of Surveying. And, for what? Believe it or not, Michael was just trying to create some drone maps for progression reporting. First of all, do states have the right to enact laws? We debate whether or not Michael is legally allowed to take up drone mapping in North Carolina.

Paul and Rob discuss why states should be more accepting of new and fast growing technologies. In order to buttress our argument, we share how the State of California has changed its stance to adopt a more drone friendly approach. Thanks for the great question, Michael. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

[05:24] Today’s question is about creating drone maps without a surveying license
[06:56] Are states permitted to come up with their own drone licensing and registration programs?
[08:04] Is Michael legally allowed to create drone maps in the state of North Carolina?
[10:15] Like North Carolina, can you can get into trouble for creating drone maps in California as well?
[10:52] A Drone U Community member clarifies that you CAN create drone maps in North Carolina
[11:29] Are drone mappers allowed by law to interpret their maps?
[11:54] Do you need a surveying license to create drone maps for construction progression reporting?
[12:32] Has California adopted a more reasonable stance towards drone mapping?
[17:17] What should be Michael’s next course of action? Should he explore his legal options?
[19:12] Should Michael worry about getting in trouble with the law?
[19:45] Paul clarifies what Michael CAN do and CANNOT do as a drone mapper without a surveying license
[24:18] Is it really commercially sound for states to shy away from adopting new technologies?

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