You may have been told you need to engage a land surveyor for a Boundary Survey of your property.
A Boundary Survey is another name for a Title Re-establishment Survey. The primary function of these surveys is to determine the precise location of your property’s boundaries
However, Boundary Surveys can also be useful in identifying any encumbrances, easements, or restrictions on your title.
When should you ask for a Boundary Survey?
A Boundary Survey should be completed for the following:
- To re-establish or identify a property’s boundaries for sale or purchase.
- To assist in the resolution of boundary disputes with abutting properties.
- To assist with new development or construction on or near the property boundaries. This may include the marking of title for fencing or new structure builds.
- As part of the Subdivision process.
Who can perform a Boundary Survey?
In Victoria, a this type of survey can only be performed by a Licensed Land Surveyor. In fact, any unlicensed surveyor who undertakes a Boundary or Title Re-establishment Survey is liable for prosecution. As the activity is deemed illegal, all survey documents produced by such a survey have no legal standing.
You can make sure your land surveyor is registered by checking the Register of Licensed Land Surveyors, Victoria. Or you can contact the team at Linear Land Surveying, led by Licensed Surveyor, Sam Brewin, to get started with a survey of your boundaries today.
How can we help?
If you need help with a Boundary Survey, give Sam and team at Linear Land Surveying, (Melbourne land surveyors) a call on 9873 8888, or email survey@linearlandsurveying.com.au for more information and help.
The information on this website is intended to be general in nature and is not personalised land development advice. It does not take into account your specific objectives, land development site or financial situation. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of the information provided and seek more specific advice from the professional team at Linear Land Surveying.
