Surveying & Planning Services in Australia — Verified Local Quotes
Land surveyors and town planners for boundary, contour and detail surveys, development applications, and planning permits.
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Boundary surveys, subdivision & strata plans
Licensed surveyors on TaskerAsker perform identification surveys, boundary re-pegging, subdivision surveys, strata plans for duplexes and multi-unit developments, and easement surveys. Survey plans lodged with the state land titles office become the legal record of property boundaries — only a registered cadastral surveyor can certify these. Post your survey job with the property address and the survey purpose for written quotes from licensed surveyors in your state.
Development applications, rezoning & town planning advice
Town planners and planning consultants on TaskerAsker prepare and manage Development Applications (DAs), Complying Development Certificates (CDCs), planning merit assessments, submissions and objection responses. Early engagement of a planner reduces the risk of a DA refusal and can identify the fastest approval pathway for your project. Rezoning proposals and appeals to the Land and Environment Court or VCAT require specialist planning expertise. Post your planning job for written proposals from accredited consultants.
Why use TaskerAsker for surveying & planning services?
TaskerAsker is Australia's trusted marketplace for local surveying & planning professionals. Here's why thousands of Australians choose us:
Verified professionals: Every provider is ABN-checked and independently verified before appearing on TaskerAsker.
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Local experts: Providers are based in your state and suburb, so they understand local regulations and pricing.
Hiring a surveying & planning — what to check
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Read recent reviews and check the star rating — aim for providers with at least five verified reviews.
Request a written, itemised quote before any work begins.
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Never pay a large deposit upfront — a reasonable deposit is usually 10–20% for larger jobs.
Frequently asked questions about surveying & planning services
How much does a land survey cost in Australia?
A standard identification survey (confirming existing boundaries on a title) for a residential property costs $500–$1,500 in 2026. A full boundary re-peg survey with new pegs, a plan of survey and lodgement with the titles office runs $1,500–$4,000. A strata plan survey for a duplex or multi-unit development costs $2,000–$8,000. A contour survey for a development application costs $800–$3,000. Fees vary by state, property complexity, access and the survey’s purpose. Always confirm exactly what is included (plan of survey, lodgement fees, GPS vs optical) in the written quote.
When do I need to engage a licensed surveyor?
You need a licensed surveyor when: buying or selling a property where boundary confirmation is required; disputing a fence line with a neighbour; building near a boundary or easement; subdividing land or creating a strata plan; applying for a development approval that requires a site survey or contour plan; registering a new boundary or easement on the titles register; or resolving encroachments. A surveyor can also advise on setback requirements and easement locations before you submit a development application.
Do surveyors in Australia need to be registered?
Yes. In every Australian state and territory, cadastral (boundary) surveyors must be licensed by the relevant state surveying authority to legally certify boundary surveys and lodge plans with the land titles office. Registration bodies include: NSW Board of Surveying and Spatial Information, Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria, Queensland Surveyors Board, Western Australian Land Information Authority, and equivalent bodies in SA, TAS, ACT and NT. Always verify your surveyor’s current registration before engaging them for any work that will be lodged with the titles office.
What is the difference between a surveyor and a town planner?
A land surveyor measures and maps physical land boundaries, structures and contours with precision instruments and legal accuracy — their work is used to legally define property boundaries, strata plans and easements in the titles register. A town planner (or planning consultant) navigates the statutory planning framework: zoning, overlays, development controls and council assessment processes. They prepare or advise on development applications, rezoning requests and appeals. Many property development projects require both — the surveyor to measure and plan the land, and the planner to manage the council approval.
How do I find a licensed surveyor or town planner near me?
Post your surveying or planning job on TaskerAsker with your suburb, property address, the purpose of the survey or planning work (boundary dispute, development application, strata plan, subdivision) and any relevant documents. Registered surveyors and accredited town planners servicing your area will respond with written no-obligation quotes. Compare quotes, verify registration details and read reviews before choosing. Posting is free.
How long does a land survey take to complete in Australia?
Turnaround depends on the survey type and surveyor workload. An identification survey (boundary check, no new pegs) takes 1–2 weeks. A full boundary re-peg survey with a plan of survey takes 2–4 weeks. A contour or site survey for a development application takes 1–2 weeks. Strata plans and complex subdivisions take 6–12 weeks including plan preparation and lodgement with the land titles office. Ask your surveyor for a written timeline estimate at quoting stage and confirm whether lodgement fees are included.
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