Cadastral Surveys

Licensed cadastral survey services for property boundary definition, subdivision, and title creation across residential, rural, and urban development projects.

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Cadastral surveys define and mark property boundaries. They are legally required for creating new land titles, adjusting existing boundaries, and registering easements or covenants.

All our cadastral work is led by Licensed Cadastral Surveyors. We ensure every boundary is correct and every survey dataset meets Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) requirements. We liaise directly with councils and LINZ to smooth out approvals and prevent delays whether you're subdividing land or clarifying an old boundary. When the legal landscape is complex, we find the clearest path through it.

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Cadastral Surveys

Redefinition / Reinstatement Surveys

Boundary redefinition surveys that re-establish the precise legal position of property boundaries, with permanent markers placed on site.

Large-scale Subdivisions and Land Development

Cadastral survey services for multi-lot residential, industrial, and rural subdivisions, from scheme plan through to Land Transfer survey lodgement.

Rural & Rural Lifestyle Subdivisions

Cadastral survey of rural and lifestyle subdivision projects, covering complex terrain and planning rules across Greater Wellington and Kapiti.

Medium-density Housing

Cadastral survey for townhouse, apartment, and infill housing developments, defining precise unit and boundary positions on tight urban sites.

Boundary Adjustments

Survey and documentation of boundary adjustments between neighbouring properties, handled end-to-end from design through to registered title change.

Easement & Covenant Plans

Survey preparation and registration of easements and covenants, defining rights of way, service corridors, and open space covenants with legal precision.

Water Boundaries

Specialist surveys establishing the legal position of water boundaries adjoining rivers, streams, and coastal areas under New Zealand property law.

Unit Title Developments

Unit title surveying for apartments, townhouses, and multi-unit complexes under the Unit Titles Act, from initial boundary advice through to title issue.

Legalisation Surveys

Cadastral survey for road stopping, reserve creation, and other statutory legalisation processes, preparing the plans required by councils and LINZ.

Limited Title Surveys

Surveys removing the "limited as to parcels" designation from older titles, establishing precise boundaries and delivering a clean title for development or sale.

Client feedback

"Orogen rate a particular mention; their responsiveness, attention to detail and collaboration is reflected in the quality of work put forward."

Kevin Beaver, General Manager - Woodridge Homes.

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The team

Chris Rodgers

Associate and Licensed Cadastral Surveyor

Dion Mead

Director and Principal Surveyor

Ross Topham

Principal Surveyor

Steven Martinovich

Licensed Cadastral Surveyor

Ella Dangerfield

Licensed Cadastral Surveyor

Mike Foster

Licensed Cadastral Surveyor

Pierce McLeod

Licensed Cadastral Surveyor

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FAQ

Every site is different and there can be a lot of moving parts, but the questions are often the same. Here's what clients ask us most.

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What is a cadastral survey?

A cadastral survey defines, marks, and records legal boundaries. In New Zealand, cadastral surveys are carried out under the Cadastral Survey Act 2002 and all work must be lodged with LINZ for approval before any survey is approved. This is the foundational survey work behind any redefinition, subdivision, boundary adjustment, or title creation.

When do I need a cadastral survey?

You need a cadastral survey any time you want to ground mark an existing property boundary, create a new title, adjust an existing boundary, register an easement over land, or formally legalise a road or reserve. If you are planning a subdivision, a boundary adjustment, or a unit title development, cadastral survey work will be part of the process.

What is the difference between a cadastral survey and a topographic survey?

A cadastral survey deals with legal boundaries and creates or modifies survey and title records. A topographic survey captures the physical features of a site, such as contours, buildings, and services. The two are often done together on development projects, but they serve different purposes and the cadastral component must be carried out by, or under the direction of, a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor.

What does the cadastral survey process involve from start to finish?

Orogen starts by searching existing title and survey records, then carries out fieldwork to locate existing survey marks. We prepare a survey plan showing the new boundaries or title structure, obtain sign-off from any relevant parties,usually Council, and lodge the survey with LINZ for approval. Once LINZ approves the plan, the information is used by your solicitor to register the new titles.

How long does it take to get titles registered after a cadastral survey?

After Orogen lodges the survey plan, LINZ processing typically takes two to six weeks for straightforward surveys. Complex surveys or those with objections can take longer. We monitor the lodgement and keep you updated so there are no surprises. Once LINZ approves the plan, your solicitor handles the title registration through the Titles Office at LINZ.

Does Orogen work directly with LINZ on survey lodgements?

Yes. As Licensed Cadastral Surveyors, we prepare and lodge survey plans directly with LINZ using the Landonline system. We manage the lodgement process and respond to any LINZ requisitions on your behalf, which keeps the process moving without additional burden on you.

Can Orogen carry out cadastral surveys for large-scale projects as well as small ones?

Yes. Our team works across the full scale of cadastral work, from a single boundary adjustment on a residential property through to staged multi-hundred-lot subdivisions. We have the systems and resources to manage complex, multi-stage projects and keep the survey programme aligned with your construction and consenting timetable.

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Topographic Surveys

Topographic survey services producing accurate terrain models, contour maps, and site data for design, consenting, and construction across all project scales.

Monitoring Surveys

Precise repeated measurement surveys detecting ground or structural movement over time, designed in consultation with geotechnical and structural engineers.

Setout Surveys

Construction setout services placing precise reference marks for buildings, civil infrastructure, and complex structures, supporting contractors across all project types.

As-built Surveys & Certifications

As-built surveys and certifications for civil infrastructure, buildings, and environmental works, meeting the requirements of Local Authorities arcross the region.

UAV / Drone Capability

In-house drone survey capability delivering orthophoto maps, terrain models, stockpile volumes, and progress imagery across large and difficult sites.

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