What Is a Boundary Peg-Out Survey and When Do You Need One?
When it comes to owning, building on, or subdividing land, knowing exactly where your property begins and ends is crucial. A Boundary Peg-Out Survey—also known as a land boundary marking survey—is a service conducted by a licensed surveyor to physically mark the corners and edges of your property with survey pegs.
This type of survey ensures you avoid costly mistakes, legal disputes, and planning errors—making it essential for homeowners, builders, and developers.
What Is a Boundary Peg-Out Survey?
A Boundary Peg-Out involves a professional land surveyor using official title documents and measurements to locate and mark the legal property boundaries on-site using physical pegs or stakes. The result is a clearly defined and legally defensible outline of your land.
Example search terms:
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When Do You Need a Peg-Out Survey?
1. Before Construction or Fencing
Whether you’re installing a new fence, driveway, retaining wall, or preparing to build a house, a boundary identification survey ensures you build within legal property limits. Councils often require a survey pegging before construction approvals are granted.
Example search terms:
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2. To Avoid or Resolve Boundary Disputes
Neighbour disagreements about where a fence should go? A boundary dispute survey provides clarity and can be used as evidence in legal or mediation proceedings.
Example search terms:
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3. Land Subdivision or Development
If you’re subdividing a property or developing a vacant block, boundary pegs define new lot lines and assist in creating accurate subdivision plans and title registration.
Example search terms:
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Why Is a Peg-Out Survey Important?
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✅ Avoids encroachment on neighbouring properties
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✅ Ensures compliance with local council and zoning regulations
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✅ Provides legal clarity during disputes or development
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✅ Required for planning permits and fencing projects
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✅ Helps prevent costly mistakes and rework
Trust Diamond Property Inspections for Your Boundary Peg-Out Survey
At Diamond Property Inspections, we partner with licensed land surveyors to provide accurate, reliable boundary peg-out services across Australia. Whether you’re a homeowner, builder, or property developer, we make sure your boundaries are clearly and legally defined.
📞 Call us today on 1300 368 000 or visit www.diamondinspections.com.au to arrange your Boundary Peg-Out Survey.
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