Prior to any leveling survey, the Land Surveyor may determine and set forth in a written agreement with his client to perform a more accurate Leveling Survey and the general procedure to be employed.

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Before starting a leveling survey, a land surveyor may, with the client, decide to pursue a more accurate leveling survey and put in writing the plan for how the survey will be conducted. This written agreement sets the scope, the procedures to be used, the level of accuracy required, deliverables, responsibilities, and cost. Having that plan in writing protects both parties by confirming consent to enhanced methods and by clearly detailing the techniques and standards that will be applied, which is especially important when higher precision is needed. Signing, stamping, or sealing preliminary surveys is a separate professional act and does not establish the agreed-upon plan for a more accurate leveling survey. Ignoring client requests is inappropriate, and insisting on only standard procedures would defeat the purpose of agreeing to a more accurate, defined approach.