How much does a land survey cost in Sri Lanka?

Cost depends on the land's extent, location, and the type of survey needed - a simple boundary check generally costs less than a subdivision or condominium plan. Send us your land details and we'll come back with a quote.

How do I get a land survey done in Sri Lanka?

Gaura Construction arranges the process for you: we review your deed and site, bring in a Survey Department-licensed surveyor to measure the land, and take the plan through Survey Department approval before handing it over.

How long does a land survey take?

Timelines vary with land extent, site access and Survey Department workload. A straightforward boundary survey is generally quicker than a subdivision or condominium plan, which involves extra approval stages.

Do I need a land survey before building a house?

Yes. Local authorities need an approved survey plan to process your building permit, and it protects you from boundary disputes with neighbours once construction starts.

What is the difference between a land survey and a soil test?

A land survey measures your land's boundary, extent and access. A soil test checks the ground's bearing capacity for foundation design. Most construction projects need both before design starts.

Where can I find a licensed surveyor near me in Sri Lanka?

Gaura Construction coordinates Survey Department-licensed surveyors for projects across Colombo, Gampaha, Kandy, Galle, Kurunegala and other districts. Contact us with your land's location and we'll arrange a surveyor.

What is a Survey Department approved survey plan?

It's a survey plan prepared by a licensed surveyor and processed through the Survey Department of Sri Lanka. It becomes the official record of your land's boundary and extent, and is needed for deeds, subdivisions, building permits and property sales.

Is a land survey plan required for a bank loan?

Yes. Sri Lankan banks typically require a current approved survey plan along with the deed as part of the documentation for construction loan and mortgage applications.

What is a condominium or resurvey plan?

A condominium plan registers individual units within a building for separate ownership, while a resurvey plan updates an old or unclear survey with current boundary data. Both are prepared by a licensed surveyor and processed through the Survey Department.

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Land survey services we arrange in Sri Lanka

Whether you're buying land, building a house, or dividing a property between family members, a land survey is usually the first practical step. Gaura Construction arranges the full process with Survey Department-licensed surveyors, so the survey, design and permit stages move together instead of holding each other up.

Land & Boundary Surveys

Confirms your land's exact boundary, extent and any encroachment issues - the most commonly requested type of land survey.

House & Building Plan Surveys

Site surveys that feed directly into house plans, building permit applications and foundation design.

Land Subdivision & Condominium Plans

Survey Department approved plans for dividing land into blocks, plus condominium and resurvey plans for updated deeds.

Typical Timeline

A straightforward boundary survey is usually quicker than a subdivision or condominium plan, which involves extra Survey Department approval stages.

What You'll Need

Your original deed, any existing survey plan, and site access for the licensed surveyor's field visit.

Delivery Model

Document review, licensed field survey, Survey Department processing, and handover of the approved plan.

Quick Answers for Land Surveys in Sri Lanka

Land survey cost in Sri Lanka: Varies by extent, location and survey type - boundary surveys start lower, while subdivision and condominium plans cost more due to extra approval stages. See indicative pricing below.
Land survey near me: Gaura Construction coordinates Survey Department-licensed surveyors for projects across Colombo, Gampaha, Kandy, Galle, Kurunegala and other districts, island-wide.
How long does a land survey take: A simple boundary survey is typically quicker than a subdivision or condominium plan, which needs extra Survey Department approval stages.
Survey Department approved plan: A plan prepared by a licensed surveyor and processed through the Survey Department, used for deeds, building permits, subdivisions and bank loans.
Before you build: Local authorities require an approved survey plan to process a building permit, and banks require one for construction loan applications.

Why you need a land survey before you build

Confirms your land's real boundary and extent before design and construction start.
Needed by the local council - Pradeshiya Sabha, Urban Council, Municipal Council, or UDA - to approve your building plan and permit.
Usually required by the bank if you're applying for a construction loan or mortgage.
Helps avoid boundary disputes with neighbours and rejected permit applications later.

When people usually need a land survey

Buying a block of land, or checking a title before you commit to a purchase.
Getting ready to build a new house, shop, or commercial building.
Dividing a family land parcel between siblings, or for sale.
Applying for a construction loan that requires a current survey plan.
Sorting out an old, unclear, or disputed deed before building or selling.

How a land survey works with Gaura Construction

Site visit and document review. We look at your deed, any existing survey plans, and the land itself to work out what's needed.
Licensed surveyor field survey. A Survey Department-licensed surveyor measures the boundary, extent, or subdivision on site.
Survey Department processing. The plan is prepared and taken through the Survey Department's approval steps.
Handover and integration. You get the approved plan, and we build it into your house plan, permit application, or property paperwork.

Our in-house team includes a graduate with a BSc (Hons) in Surveying Sciences, RICS-accredited, who checks the boundary data alongside our licensed surveying partners so the approved plan matches your project's design and permit process. Meet our engineering team.

Land Survey Pricing in Sri Lanka (2026)

These are indicative starting ranges - the exact fee depends on land extent, location, access and Survey Department processing stage. Share your land details for an exact quote.

Survey Type	Indicative Price (LKR)	What It Usually Includes
Boundary / Land Survey	15,000 - 35,000	Deed review, field measurement, Survey Department plan
House / Building Plan Survey	20,000 - 45,000	Site survey for building permit and foundation design
Land Subdivision (per lot)	8,000 - 15,000	Subdivision layout, block plan, Survey Department approval
Condominium / Resurvey Plan	30,000 - 70,000	Updated plan for condominium deeds or unclear boundaries

For a full construction budget alongside your survey, use our construction cost calculator.

Where we arrange land surveys in Sri Lanka

Gaura Construction arranges land surveys for selected projects across Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Kandy, Galle, Kurunegala, Ratnapura, Kegalle, and other districts in Sri Lanka, depending on project fit and scope.

Looking for a surveyor outside Colombo? Contact us with your land's location and what the survey is for, and we'll take it from there.

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Frequently asked questions about land surveys

How much does a land survey cost in Sri Lanka? Cost depends on the land's extent, location, and the type of survey needed - a simple boundary check generally costs less than a subdivision or condominium plan. Send us your land details and we'll come back with a quote.
How do I get a land survey done in Sri Lanka? Gaura Construction arranges the process for you: we review your deed and site, bring in a Survey Department-licensed surveyor to measure the land, and take the plan through Survey Department approval before handing it over.
How long does a land survey take? Timelines vary with land extent, site access and Survey Department workload. A straightforward boundary survey is generally quicker than a subdivision or condominium plan, which involves extra approval stages.
Do I need a land survey before building a house? Yes. Local authorities need an approved survey plan to process your building permit, and it protects you from boundary disputes with neighbours once construction starts.
What is the difference between a land survey and a soil test? A land survey measures your land's boundary, extent and access. A soil test checks the ground's bearing capacity for foundation design. Most construction projects need both before design starts.
Where can I find a licensed surveyor near me in Sri Lanka? Gaura Construction coordinates Survey Department-licensed surveyors for projects across Colombo, Gampaha, Kandy, Galle, Kurunegala and other districts. Contact us with your land's location and we'll arrange a surveyor.
What is a Survey Department approved survey plan? It's a survey plan prepared by a licensed surveyor and processed through the Survey Department of Sri Lanka. It becomes the official record of your land's boundary and extent, and is needed for deeds, subdivisions, building permits and property sales.
Is a land survey plan required for a bank loan? Yes. Sri Lankan banks typically require a current approved survey plan along with the deed as part of the documentation for construction loan and mortgage applications.
What is a condominium or resurvey plan? A condominium plan registers individual units within a building for separate ownership, while a resurvey plan updates an old or unclear survey with current boundary data. Both are prepared by a licensed surveyor and processed through the Survey Department.

Need a land survey for your project?

Talk to Gaura Construction about your land, boundary, subdivision or condominium survey needs, and we'll arrange a Survey Department-licensed surveyor and keep it moving alongside your design and construction schedule.

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