Why Accuracy Matters in Land and Boundary Surveys
When buying, developing, or subdividing land in Victoria, precision is everything. Boundaries define ownership, legal rights, and design potential. Yet, one unclear measurement can lead to costly disputes or delays.
That’s why 2Survey brings decades of local knowledge and advanced technology to every project from cadastral surveying VIC to feature and boundary surveys VIC ensuring your plans are based on verified, lawful data.
What Is Cadastral Surveying?
Cadastral surveying involves identifying and marking property boundaries in accordance with Victoria’s legal land-title system. It’s required for:
- Property ownership transfers and subdivisions
- Title re-establishment and boundary verification
- Land development and rezoning
- Easement creation and removal
At 2Survey, our licensed cadastral surveyors use total stations, GPS, and digital mapping systems to record every boundary precisely as defined under the Surveying Act 2004 (VIC). The results are lodged with Land Use Victoria, guaranteeing legal recognition.
Feature and Boundary Surveys Explained
While cadastral surveys establish ownership limits, feature and boundary surveys capture everything visible on and around a site — buildings, fences, trees, levels, services, and contours.
Developers, architects, and builders across Victoria rely on this data to:
- Design new structures or extensions
- Plan drainage and service connections
- Prepare for subdivision or redevelopment
- Support council applications and engineering plans
Feature and Boundary Surveys Explained
While cadastral surveys establish ownership limits, feature and boundary surveys capture everything visible on and around a site — buildings, fences, trees, levels, services, and contours.
Developers, architects, and builders across Victoria rely on this data to:
- Design new structures or extensions
- Plan drainage and service connections
- Prepare for subdivision or redevelopment
- Support council applications and engineering plans
2Survey’s field teams combine high-accuracy GNSS, laser scanning, and drone mapping to produce detailed digital survey plans that meet local council and design requirements.
How 2Survey Ensures Accuracy and Compliance
Every survey we deliver is more than a map it’s a certified document that supports your investment and legal standing.
Our process includes:
- Research Title Check – verifying existing boundary records, deeds, and prior surveys.
- On-Site Measurement – capturing control points and features using calibrated total stations and RTK GPS.
- Data Validation – cross-checking with cadastral database and ground benchmarks.
- Reporting Lodgment – producing compliant survey plans ready for Land Use Victoria submission.
This thorough workflow ensures that every cadastral survey VIC or feature and boundary survey VIC is legally defensible and technically precise.
When Do You Need a Cadastral or Feature Survey?
You should engage a licensed surveyor if you are:
- Purchasing or selling property and need title confirmation
- Planning extensions or new construction close to boundaries
- Subdividing or consolidating land parcels
- Resolving neighbour or fencing disputes
- Lodging building permits with council
- Whether for residential lots in Melbourne’s suburbs or rural holdings in regional Victoria, 2Survey provides professional guidance and fast turnaround.
Technology Behind Our Surveys
2Survey leverages the latest GNSS satellite receivers, 3D laser scanners, and drones to enhance efficiency and data accuracy. Digital workflows mean your results are delivered as CAD, PDF, or GIS-ready files, reducing design time and improving collaboration between engineers, architects, and planners.
Local Expertise Across Victoria
From Melbourne CBD projects to regional developments in Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, and Gippsland, 2Survey offers local experience backed by cutting-edge surveying tools.
We understand each council’s requirements, terrain variations, and planning controls — making us the trusted partner for survey accuracy across urban and rural Victoria.
2Survey — Your Partner in Survey Precision
When it comes to cadastral surveying VIC and feature and boundary surveys VIC, accuracy builds confidence. 2Survey combines technology, expertise, and integrity to deliver legally sound and technically superior outcomes for landowners, developers, and professionals across Victoria.
Whether you’re buying a block, developing a site, or confirming ownership limits — trust 2Survey to measure every metre with precision and care.
Common Questions About Cadastral and Feature Surveys
Q1: How is a cadastral survey different from a boundary re-establishment?
A cadastral survey defines or subdivides property titles. A re-establishment confirms existing boundaries from title deeds.
Q2: Are feature surveys mandatory for building permits?
Most Victorian councils require a current feature and level survey before approving design and drainage plans.
Q3: How long does a boundary survey take?
Typically 3-10 business days, depending on site access and record availability.
Q4: Can I use an old survey?
It’s best to update surveys regularly, especially if structures, fences, or neighbouring lots have changed.
