A Title Re-Establishment Survey (often called a boundary survey) compares the legal dimensions on your Certificate of Title with what actually exists on the ground – fences, walls, survey pegs and other features.
Using accurate instruments and cadastral survey principles, we “re-establish” where your true title boundaries lie in relation to those features.
The result is a Survey Plan of Re-Establishment, certified by a Licensed Land Surveyor, which councils, builders, conveyancers and lawyers can rely on as proof of your boundaries.
Only Licensed Land Surveyors registered with the Surveyors Registration Board of Victoria (SRBV) are permitted to perform this type of cadastral survey in Victoria.
You’ll typically need a Title Re-Establishment Survey when you want to be certain that your fence, building or subdivision is in the correct legal position.
Before spending money on a new fence, many owners in suburbs like Essendon, Coburg, Glenroy and Sunbury ask us to confirm the title boundary so the fence goes in the right spot and future disputes are avoided.
If you are extending close to a side or rear boundary, council and your designer need to know exactly where that boundary is. A boundary survey confirms setbacks before you lodge plans.
A Title Re-Establishment Survey is commonly required as a first step before preparing a Plan of Subdivision, particularly for dual occupancies, backyard subdivisions and townhouse projects.
Where there is a disagreement about where a boundary sits or possible encroachments/adverse possession, a certified Survey Plan of Re-Establishment provides the evidence your lawyer and council need.
Builders and developers require accurate boundary information before construction set-outs, retaining walls or compliance surveys. A title re-estab ensures the whole project is positioned correctly from day one.
We obtain your Certificate of Title, subdivision plan and relevant historical survey information from Land Use Victoria and other records.
Our survey team visits the property and measures existing fences, walls, survey marks and other features with precise instruments.
Using cadastral survey law and our field data, the Licensed Surveyor determines the correct position of your title boundaries on the ground.
We prepare a Survey Plan of Re-Establishment and issue it in PDF and CAD (DWG/DXF) formats, ready for council, your fencer, builder, lawyer or town planner.
If required, we place survey pegs or marks on the boundary corners and along key points so fencing contractors and builders know exactly where to work.
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Reduces the risk of fence and boundary disputes with neighbours
Helps ensure extensions and new buildings comply with planning rules and setbacks
Protects your property from encroachments or adverse possession claims
Provides recognised legal documentation for councils, conveyancers and courts
Avoids costly rework, delays and arguments once building or fencing has already started
“North West Land Surveyor handled our boundary re-establishment in Essendon quickly and professionally. They explained everything clearly and the plans were accepted by council without any issues.”
“There was a dispute with our neighbour about the fence line on our Coburg property. The NW surveyors completed a title re-establishment survey and placed some marks at the corners of the boundary and on the boundary lines, which helped resolve the issue without further drama.”
“North West Land Surveyor provided a boundary survey and site levels for our knockdown-rebuild in Glenroy. They were professional, easy to contact, and worked well with our designer. It went well with Council and we were happy with the outcome.”
Size and shape of your property
How accessible the boundaries are (steep, overgrown, built-up etc.)
The amount of historical record searching required
Whether you need boundary pegs/marks placed on site
For most standard residential properties in Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs, fees generally fall between $1,000 and $2,500.
We’ll review your property details and provide a clear, fixed quote upfront so you know the full cost before anything starts.
Your Certificate of Title and subdivision plan show the legal dimensions of the land, but they don’t show where fences and structures sit on the ground. Only a Licensed Surveyor can accurately relate the title information to physical features and certify the true position of your boundaries.
Yes. As part of a Title Re-Establishment Survey we can place survey pegs or paint marks along the boundary so your fencer or builder knows exactly where to work. This is often the best way to avoid disagreements during or after the job.
Most residential boundary surveys in the north and west are completed within 5–10 business days, depending on record searches and site complexity. If you have an urgent situation (for example, a fence going up soon or an active dispute), tell us when you enquire and we’ll do our best to prioritise your job.
Yes. All Survey Plans of Re-Establishment from North West Land Surveyor are certified by a Licensed Surveyor and are accepted by councils, conveyancers, lawyers and Land Use Victoria.
We provide Title Re-Establishment (Boundary) Surveys across Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs, including:
If you don’t see your suburb listed, please contact us – in most cases we can still assist.
All boundary work is overseen and certified by Licensed Surveyors registered with the SRBV.
We provide firm quotes with a clear scope of work and no hidden extras.
We know boundary issues can hold up fencing and building. Our processes are set up to provide efficient turnaround without compromising accuracy.
We work every week in north and west Melbourne councils, so we understand local conditions and typical issues with older fences, titles and developments in these areas.
Homeowners, builders and developers across the north and west trust us for clear communication, accurate plans and practical advice.
Need a Title Re-Establishment Survey (Boundary Survey) in Melbourne’s north or west?
Get certainty, compliance and peace of mind with certified survey results from North West Land Surveyor.
