Have the boundary marker restored
Official restoration or replacement of boundary markers by the land survey office following their loss or displacement.
How to proceed
- 1
Submit an application to the Land Survey Office
Including a site plan and a description of the missing or relocated boundary markers.
- 2
Boundary determination by the land survey office
Analysis of the real estate cadastre; locating boundary markers.
- 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.