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Land Surveying

Precision. Innovation. Reliability.

Surveying is at the heart of Eliot Sinclair, with a 90-year history of innovation and outstanding reputation. Our land surveying team has one of the broadest ranges of capability to deliver the highest quality surveys recognised by councils, peers, and professionals across New Zealand. Our skilled surveyors utilise state-of-the-art technology for land, air, and water surveys, ensuring fit-for-purpose spatial information for every project. We are experts in land cadastre (ownership & titles) from determining boundary locations, effectively navigating the subdivision processes, to updating of cross lease titles. Our goal is to fully understand your needs to enable you to make informed decisions by providing comprehensive advice and a quality service on time and on budget.

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Land Surveying Services

  • Urban and rural subdivisions
  • Boundary marking (e.g. for fencing purposes or post-earthquake)
  • Legalisation surveys (e.g. public works and road stopping)
  • Easements and covenant areas
  • Accretion claims
  • Unit titles
  • Cross leases
  • Uplifting of Limitations on Titles
  • Laser scanning surveys
  • Building set out surveys
  • Building location certificates
  • Building lease areas (BOMA)
  • Topographical/mapping surveys
  • UAV (Drone) aerial mapping surveys
  • Hydrographic (rivers, lakes and sea) surveys
  • Monitoring and deformation surveys

What is Land Surveying?

At its core land surveying is the art of measuring and mapping the environment and cadastre using specialised technology, techniques and knowledge. At Eliot Sinclair, we cover all aspects of survey measurements, from land and air to water, using advanced tools and highly skilled professionals. Our services include creating new land titles from subdivisions, producing clear plans and maps, and delivering digital 3D models and spatial data for development projects. With a team of experienced registered and licensed surveyors, we ensure every survey project meets the highest standards of accuracy and quality. Our innovative techniques, including laser scanning and UAV (Drone) surveys provide precise and comprehensive data to support your project needs.

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Testimonial | Enterprise Homes

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“We have no hesitation in recommending their services”

“Our company has utilised the services of Eliot Sinclair for over 50 years on many Residential Subdivisions in and around Christchurch. We have no hesitation in recommending their services in all the fields we have had to utilise, including urban design, planning, surveying, engineering and landscape architecture. The service that we have received including the ability to complete is exemplary”

Rob Sloan | General Manager | Enterprise Homes

Latest land surveying insights

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Use of Drones in the Surveying Industry

We asked our Surveyor and Chief UAV Pilot, Quentin Doig, to talk us through how drone technology is changing the surveying industry.

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Flood Assessment Certificates

Selwyn District Council now requires Flood Assessment Certificates to be certified by a Licensed Cadastral Surveyor.

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Land surveying careers

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Shaping a better tomorrow for you.

A career in land surveying at Eliot Sinclair is rewarding with a great team behind you. If you are interested in joining our team, you can browse through our current vacancies and apply for a role with us through our careers page.

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