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AA Land Survey
Get expert Land measurement and Mapping solutions tailored to your needs
About AA Land Survey
Our Expertise
Centrally based in Co Tyrone, AA Land Survey is a well known, trusted provider of professional Land Surveying services throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland.
With nearly 30 years of experience, we specialize in delivering accurate and reliable surveys for residential and commercial projects.
Our services encompass Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Floorplan and Elevation Surveys, Transfer Maps, construction setting out, and as-built surveys.
Type of Land Projects
- Private Development
- Commercial Development
- Housing Developments
- Agricultural Surveys for planning applicatiions
- Wind Farm Surveying and setting out
- Churches, cemetries & golf courses
- Schools and healthcare
- Sightline Splay surveys and certification
AT - A -GLANCE Surveying Services
Topographic Surveys
Measured Building Surveys
Land Transfer Maps
Rectification Maps for Land Registry
Boundary Disputes
AT - A - GLANCE Setting out Services
Wind Turbine positions
Borehole and Test Pit positions
Fencelines
Land Registry Boundaries
Foundation plans or building corners
Ground Piles and piers
Roadways
Qualifications and Professional Bodies
- Bsc (Hons) Project Management and Construction Engineering
- Foundation Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Professional Diploma Surveying and Civil Engineering
- Associate member of Royal Insitute of Chartered Surveyors
- Associate member of Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland
Surveying Services
Topographic Surveying
Land Surveying and Topographic Surveying are generally the same thing, it is a survey of the topography of land. The output is a CAD drawing/map that provides detailed information about both the natural and man-made features of your property. This includes the shape and elevation of the land, alongside any walls, fences, water courses, infrastructure, adjacent buildings, and trees. Additionally, Land Surveys can include as-built surveys and boundary surveys, which are essential for construction setting out.
Setting Out
Setting out involves transferring lines and points from construction plans onto the physical ground, which may include architectural or engineering plans for building layouts, structures, roads, utilities, and more. This process is crucial for accurate as-built surveys and boundary surveys, as it entails placing pegs, stakes, or markers on the ground. An example of construction setting out would be putting in pegs to indicate the centre of foundations on a new construction or establishing the line of a Land Registry Boundary. Additionally, topographic surveys may be conducted to ensure that the land is accurately represented before any construction begins.
Floor Plan & Elevation Surveys (Measured Building Survey)
A Measured Building Survey is a detailed measurement and drawing of the interior layout of an existing building, showing the arrangement of rooms, walls, doors, windows, and sometimes fixed features like stairs or built-in furniture. This type of survey serves as a critical component of as-built surveys, providing an accurate representation of the space. Often utilized for architectural purposes, it aids in the design of extensions or room layout overhauls. Additionally, it can complement boundary surveys and topographic surveys, ensuring precise construction setting out.
Boundary Surveying
Our boundary surveying services, including topographic surveys and as-built surveys, help you understand your property's boundaries and avoid disputes with neighbours. We utilize the latest technology for detailed and accurate boundary surveys that meet all legal requirements. Additionally, we offer construction setting out services and can provide a short report and maps to illustrate the issues at hand, which can be used as evidence in land disputes.
Boundary Demarcation
Boundary demarcation refers to the process of physically marking the limits of a property on the ground, often following a Land Registry Folio line, which is the legal or agreed-upon description of the boundary. This process is crucial in various applications, including boundary surveys and topographic surveys, as it transforms an abstract line on a map into a visible marker on the ground. Additionally, precise boundary demarcation is essential for construction setting out, ensuring that the property limits are clearly defined, which is often verified through as-built surveys.
As-Built Surveys
Our as-built surveys provide accurate and detailed information about the layout and dimensions of existing structures. We collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure their designs are correctly implemented and comply with all applicable requirements. Additionally, we perform boundary surveys and topographic surveys to enhance project accuracy. We also undertake Article 161 Surveys to meet the Road Bond requirements for Northern Ireland Water and ensure Department of Infrastructure compliance for the adoption of roads, which is essential for effective construction setting out.
Transfer Maps and Maps of First Registration
A transfer map is a crucial document that illustrates the exact boundaries and extent of the property being transferred through sale or inheritance. It serves as a visual representation of the land or property in question, ensuring clarity about what is being sold or bought. Conveyancing solicitors often utilize a transfer map, which may be supported by as-built surveys and boundary surveys, to submit to the Land Registry as part of the sales process, effectively transferring ownership from one party to another.
In relation to this, a Map of First Registration is prepared to submit to the Land Registry via a solicitor to register a new plot of land. This process is commonly associated with subdivision of land, particularly in the case of inheritance or new housing developments. Here, topographic surveys help ensure that a new Folio accurately represents property boundaries as they exist on the ground, while construction setting out is essential for determining the precise location of structures on the newly registered land.