Submit an application for a land survey
Official surveying for the division of a parcel of land into several separate parcels.
How to proceed
- 1
Determine compliance with building codes
Permit or approval for subdivision from the building authority.
- 2
Submit a surveying application to the surveying office
A publicly appointed surveyor or a surveying office conducts the survey.
- 3
Boundary Determination Proceedings and Registration
New parcel numbers are entered in the real estate cadastre.
Required documents
- Land Registry ExtractMandatory
Proof of ownership.
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. 3 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Application for subdivision filed without the approval of the building authority
- • Neighboring boundaries were not agreed upon in advance
Common reasons for rejection
- • The zoning plan does not allow subdivision (minimum lot size)
- • Building permit has not been granted
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Property owners who wish to subdivide their property or redelineate its boundaries.
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. 92.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Application for subdivision filed without the approval of the building authority
- •Neighboring boundaries were not agreed upon in advance
Common reasons for rejection
- •The zoning plan does not allow subdivision (minimum lot size)
- •Building permit has not been granted
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.