Legal Land Definition and Boundary Clarity

When subdividing land, a precise land transfer survey is a key part of the process. As licensed cadastral surveyors, Everest Consultants provide detailed legal plans that define property boundaries, easements such as jointly owned access lots (JOALS), right of way (ROW), and other interests, providing a legal public record of the extent of your land ownership or interest.

Our surveys are prepared for council approval under Section 223 of the Resource Management Act 1991 and for Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) approval, establishing a clear legal record of land ownership and interests. These surveys include the placement of boundary markers, offering a tangible reference for property extents.

Our Surveying Services

Everest Consultants offers a full range of land transfer surveying services, including:

Our team ensures that each survey meets the specific requirements of your project, providing accurate and reliable data for legal and development purposes.

Navigating the Resource Consent Process

Obtaining the necessary approvals for land transfer surveys involves several steps as part of the resource consenting process. The only legal survey activity that do not require resource consent are Boundary Reinstatement Surveys, and Removal of Limitation Surveys

  • Section 223 Certification: Confirms that the survey plan aligns with the conditions of the subdivision resource consent granted by the local council.
  • Section 224(c) Certification: Verifies that all conditions of the subdivision consent have been met, allowing for the issuance of new titles.

Our experienced surveyors guide you through this process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to the relevant authorities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A land transfer survey legally defines the boundaries and easements of a property in a form that can be approved by LINZ and local councils. It provides an accurate public record of land ownership, pegged on site and recorded for future reference.

A cadastral boundary survey is required when subdividing land, altering legal boundaries, or formalising easements like a ROW. It ensures property lines are properly defined and legally recognised.

A right of way (ROW) easement allows one property owner legal access across another’s land, typically via a driveway or access lane. It must be recorded in a legal plan as part of the land transfer process.

A Jointly Owned Access Lot (JOAL) is a shared piece of land co-owned by neighbouring property owners to provide legal and practical access to their respective properties.

Most land transfer surveys require council involvement to ensure compliance with relevant planning rules and consent conditions. However, boundary reinstatement surveys and removal of limitation surveys are exceptions and typically do not require council approval.

We prepare legal survey plans, lodge with LINZ, liaise with the council for approvals, and place boundary markers on site. Our end-to-end service simplifies what’s often a technical legal process.

Depending on the size of the development, and assuming all necessary consents and approvals have been obtained from Council, it typically takes us 4 weeks to complete a land transfer survey ready to be submitted to LINZ. It then goes through their approval process. You can review LINZ approval times here.

Only licensed cadastral surveyors can certify land transfer surveys in New Zealand. They ensure your survey meets statutory requirements and avoids disputes or delays later on.

Yes, we complete the work required for cross lease conversion and unit title subdivisions.

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