Subdivision survey support
Subdivision changes the legal arrangement of land and usually involves surveying, planning, engineering, authority requirements and registration. The pathway depends on the property, zoning, development controls, servicing, access, title restrictions and the type of subdivision proposed.
AIM Surveying assists with surveying requirements for residential and development subdivisions across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Albion Park, Kiama and all of our service areas.
Surveying assistance may include
- Early survey advice and identification of relevant title information.
- Detail, level and boundary survey information for feasibility and design.
- Coordination with planners, engineers, architects and other consultants.
- Boundary definition and subdivision survey work.
- Preparation of the relevant survey plan and supporting survey information.
- Easement survey requirements associated with access, drainage or services.
Start with feasibility, not assumptions
A surveyor can help identify land and title information, but planning approval depends on the applicable controls and authority assessment. Before committing to a subdivision, discuss planning feasibility with an appropriately qualified town planner or the relevant council and identify the consultants required for the project.
Steep sites, irregular parcels, existing structures, access constraints, drainage, services and easements can influence both the design and cost of a subdivision. Early investigation gives the project team better information before detailed work begins.
Subdivision survey FAQs
Can AIM Surveying tell me whether my land can be subdivided?
We can provide survey and title-related information, but planning feasibility depends on zoning, development controls and authority requirements. A town planner or relevant council should confirm the planning pathway.
Do I need a detail survey first?
Many subdivision concepts require reliable site, level, boundary and improvement information. The appropriate initial survey depends on the property and advice from the planner and designer.
How long does subdivision take?
Timeframes vary substantially with the subdivision type, approvals, design, construction, servicing, authority responses and registration requirements. It should be treated as a multi-stage process rather than a single survey attendance.
Subdivision may also require a detail and contour survey or plan of easement.