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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

Contour/Detail Surveys

A Contour or Detail survey, otherwise known as a topographic survey, must be carried out before any design for a new development is undertaken.

Topographic plans show buildings and other structures, spot levels and contours to Australian Height Datum, location of trees, driveways, fences and retaining walls, drainage, sewer and other services including invert levels, kerb heights, floor and ridge heights, fire hydrants, any other visible features on the site as well as the location of adjoining buildings.

When conducting and preparing this type of survey we will consult closely with our clients to provide anything else they may require including, but not limited to, other relevant features and information on adjoining blocks.
Plans to be provided to our clients will also include vital requirements such as true north point, AHD benchmark and will be provided electronically in both CAD and PDF files as well as in hard copy.

Level and/or Height AHD Surveys

Level and/or Height AHD Surveys are focused on the topographical levels and identifying the cross fall and slope of an area of land. This is helpful for design of subdivisions (drainage, sewerage and road) and for Development applications on vacant lots of land. Level and/or Height AHD Surveys are related to the Australia Height Datum (AHD) as required by council.

Boundary Definition and Peg Out Surveys

In New South Wales, all boundary surveys must be completed by a Registered Surveyor, registered under the Surveyors Act 2002 (NSW). Types of surveys that may require boundary definition include boundary marking for fencing purposes, construction retaining walls, garages, Mean High Water Mark for the current position of this variable boundary, identification surveys for the sale and transfer of property, subdivision surveys, lease plans, and easement surveys

We will obtain copies of original plans from the Department of Lands, undertake the relevant survey work on site, conduct relevant office calculations and then mark the calculated boundaries.

Our clients will be provided with clear boundary markings on site along with a plan showing the nature of the marks and their offset distance from relevant land features.

Identification Surveys

Identification surveys are often required to be included in a contract for sale of land so as to determine the position of buildings on the property. These surveys are carried out by a Registered Surveyor and show the position of buildings in relation to boundaries, easements, structures on adjoining properties, as well as providing details of any boundary encroachments.

Our clients will be provided with a written report and sketch plan.

Redefinition Surveys

Redefinition surveys confirm the dimensions of a property and provide a check of the position of existing pegs and replacement of any missing pegs. These types of surveys should accompany primary applications and strata subdivisions, easement creation and applications to council and Land & Property Information NSW.

Flood Surveys

Homes and developments that reside in flood zones will require a flood survey before any new development is undertaken. Flood surveys are required to be carried out much like a detail survey, locating buildings, driveways, retaining walls, drainage, sewer, kerb heights, floor levels and other features on site. However, flood surveys will also precisely identify the flow of water over the site. Flood Surveys are related to Australian Height Datum (AHD) and reference is made to the flood level in both a 1 in 50 and 1 in 100 year flood, as set by council.

RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY

Contour/Detail Surveys

A Contour or Detail survey, otherwise known as a topographic survey, must be carried out before any design for a new development is undertaken.

Topographic plans show buildings and other structures, spot levels and contours to Australian Height Datum, location of trees, driveways, fences and retaining walls, drainage, sewer and other services including invert levels, kerb heights, floor and ridge heights, fire hydrants, any other visible features on the site as well as the location of adjoining buildings.

When conducting and preparing this type of survey we will consult closely with our clients to provide anything else they may require including, but not limited to, other relevant features and information on adjoining blocks.
Plans to be provided to our clients will also include vital requirements such as true north point, AHD benchmark and will be provided electronically in both CAD and PDF files as well as in hard copy.

Level and/or Height AHD Surveys

Level and/or Height AHD Surveys are focused on the topographical levels and identifying the cross fall and slope of an area of land. This is helpful for design of subdivisions (drainage, sewerage and road) and for Development applications on vacant lots of land. Level and/or Height AHD Surveys are related to the Australia Height Datum (AHD) as required by council.

Boundary Definition and Peg Out Surveys

In New South Wales, all boundary surveys must be completed by a Registered Surveyor, registered under the Surveyors Act 2002 (NSW). Types of surveys that may require boundary definition include boundary marking for fencing purposes, construction retaining walls, garages, Mean High Water Mark for the current position of this variable boundary, identification surveys for the sale and transfer of property, subdivision surveys, lease plans, and easement surveys

We will obtain copies of original plans from the Department of Lands, undertake the relevant survey work on site, conduct relevant office calculations and then mark the calculated boundaries.

Our clients will be provided with clear boundary markings on site along with a plan showing the nature of the marks and their offset distance from relevant land features.

Identification Surveys

Identification surveys are often required to be included in a contract for sale of land so as to determine the position of buildings on the property. These surveys are carried out by a Registered Surveyor and show the position of buildings in relation to boundaries, easements, structures on adjoining properties, as well as providing details of any boundary encroachments.

Our clients will be provided with a written report and sketch plan.

Redefinition Surveys

Redefinition surveys confirm the dimensions of a property and provide a check of the position of existing pegs and replacement of any missing pegs. These types of surveys should accompany primary applications and strata subdivisions, easement creation and applications to council and Land & Property Information NSW.

Flood Surveys

Homes and developments that reside in flood zones will require a flood survey before any new development is undertaken. Flood surveys are required to be carried out much like a detail survey, locating buildings, driveways, retaining walls, drainage, sewer, kerb heights, floor levels and other features on site. However, flood surveys will also precisely identify the flow of water over the site. Flood Surveys are related to Australian Height Datum (AHD) and reference is made to the flood level in both a 1 in 50 and 1 in 100 year flood, as set by council.

Shadow Diagram Surveys

Increasingly, overshadowing effects all developments. Councils are requiring shadow diagrams to be prepared for more and more applications.

When conducting a survey of this nature, it is our policy to prepare diagrams that show the existing overshadowing situation, as well as diagrams that demonstrate any additional overshadowing which will occur as a result of the development.

Development Applications

If you are thinking of making improvements to your property, whether you are wanting to build a new garage, subdivide your land in to two or more lots or build a block of 100 units, then chances are you will be required to lodge a development application with your local council. Requirements for Development Applications or DAs as they are commonly known differ from council to council. At Geosurv, we aim to ensure that we are up to date with the requirements of all councils. We are able to act on behalf of our clients to ascertain any relevant information and lodge all relevant documentation as well as undertake all the required surveys.

Project Management

We are more than equipped and prepared to provide our clients with a wide range of project management services. We will provide a team dedicated to your project to ensure its smooth running. Our staff will plan, organise and control the project both efficiently and in a cost effective manner.

Our services in this area include initial consultation and planning with local councils, submission of development applications, construction certificates and compliance certificate applications, initiation of negotiations with contractors, supervision of the all construction, lodgement of documentation with relevant government departments and regular and honest reporting on the status of the project.

Shadow Diagram Surveys

Increasingly, overshadowing effects all developments. Councils are requiring shadow diagrams to be prepared for more and more applications.

When conducting a survey of this nature, it is our policy to prepare diagrams that show the existing overshadowing situation, as well as diagrams that demonstrate any additional overshadowing which will occur as a result of the development.

Development Applications

If you are thinking of making improvements to your property, whether you are wanting to build a new garage, subdivide your land in to two or more lots or build a block of 100 units, then chances are you will be required to lodge a development application with your local council. Requirements for Development Applications or DAs as they are commonly known differ from council to council. At Geosurv, we aim to ensure that we are up to date with the requirements of all councils. We are able to act on behalf of our clients to ascertain any relevant information and lodge all relevant documentation as well as undertake all the required surveys.

Project Management

We are more than equipped and prepared to provide our clients with a wide range of project management services. We will provide a team dedicated to your project to ensure its smooth running. Our staff will plan, organise and control the project both efficiently and in a cost effective manner.

Our services in this area include initial consultation and planning with local councils, submission of development applications, construction certificates and compliance certificate applications, initiation of negotiations with contractors, supervision of the all construction, lodgement of documentation with relevant government departments and regular and honest reporting on the status of the project.