Apply for a boundary survey
Official determination and marking of property boundaries by the land surveying office or a publicly appointed land surveyor.
How to proceed
- 1
Hire a surveying firm
Land Surveying Office or a publicly appointed land surveyor (ÖbVI).
- 2
On-site meeting with neighbors
Boundary demarcation takes place in the presence of the adjacent property owners.
- 3
Boundary Survey and Cadastral Update
The result will be entered into the real estate cadastre.
Required documents
- Current cadastral extract
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 2 months
Official: max. approx. 2 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Neighbors were not informed about the survey appointment
- • Old boundary markers removed prior to surveying
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Property owners, e.g., in cases of boundary disputes, new construction along the property line, or property division.
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. 2 months
Success rate
approx. 95.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Neighbors were not informed about the survey appointment
- •Old boundary markers removed prior to surveying
Common reasons for rejection
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Questions & Answers
Who pays for the boundary survey?▼
Generally, the applicant; if there is a shared interest, the costs may be split between the neighbors.