https://pels.texas.gov/downloads/enf/da/2025/da-02-13-2025.pdf
https://pels.texas.gov/disciplinary.htm
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Here is the one that caught my eye.
Xavier Chapa, R.P.L.S. #2568, Melissa, TX; Case Numbers Dโ38458, D-38465, D-38505,
and D-40400; SOAH Docket No. 460-24-05223
Violation:
For Case D-38458, Mr. Chapa failed to reference an existing physically monumented line for
directional control and failed to tie the location of the subject parcel boundaries back to
existing deeds or records. Additionally, Mr. Chapa failed to connect the boundaries to
identifiable physical monuments related to corners of record dignity. Also, Mr. Chapa
performed any acts, allowed any omission, or made any assertions or representations which
may be fraudulent, deceitful, or misleading, or which in any manner whatsoever, tended to
create a misleading impression.
For Case D-38465, Mr. Chapa deviated from the established record on the survey without an
explanation.
For Case D-38505, Mr. Chapa allowed his professional identification and services to be used
in a way that created opportunity for the unauthorized practice of professional surveying by
Mr. Chapaโs firm. Additionally, Mr. Chapa failed to ensure his firm was Board registered.
For Case D-40400, Mr. Chapa allowed his professional identification and services to be used
in a way that created opportunity for the unauthorized practice of professional surveying by
Mr. Chapaโs firm. Additionally, Mr. Chapa failed to ensure his firm was Board registered. Also,
by aiding an unlicensed firm in offering professional surveying services, offering a
misleading proposal for services, agreeing to services that were never completed, and
promising but not making a refund, Mr. Chapa made fraudulent, deceitful, and misleading
representations.
Act/Rule Violated: Two violations of 22 Tex. Admin. Code ยง661.55(b), two violations of
ยง663.10(6), two violations of ยง663.10(7), a violation of ยง663.16(a), a violation of ยง663.16(b),
a violation of ยง663.16(d), and a violation of ยง663.19(4).
Resolution:
Thoughts