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Have the boundary marker restored

Official restoration or replacement of boundary markers by the land survey office following their loss or displacement.

Processing: approx. 1 months
Success rate: 95.0 %

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Submit an application to the Land Survey Office

    Including a site plan and a description of the missing or relocated boundary markers.

  2. 2

    Boundary determination by the land survey office

    Analysis of the real estate cadastre; locating boundary markers.

  3. 3

    Set boundary markers and obtain certification

    Costs are billed on a time-and-materials basis; often, the costs are split equally with a neighbor.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

Fees

Varies by case

Processing time

approx. 1 months

Official: max. approx. 1 months

Online application

In person or by post

Common mistakes

  • Moving boundary markers on your own (a criminal offense)
  • Costs not claimed on a pro rata basis from the neighbor

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Property owners whose boundary markers are missing or have been moved.

Income limit

The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months

Success rate

approx. 95.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Moving boundary markers on your own (a criminal offense)
  • Costs not claimed on a pro rata basis from the neighbor

Common reasons for rejection

    Alternatives

    • Check related services in the application assistant
    • Use social counselling before applying

    If rejected

    Read the decision carefully: often submitting missing documents or reapplying helps more than an objection.

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