Cadastral surveying is a vital aspect of land surveying that deals with legal frameworks, property boundaries, and ownership laws. At Nile Surveys, we offer a comprehensive array of land survey services across Kenya and Sub-Saharan Africa. Our services include New Grant surveys, Mutations, Wayleave survey, Subdivision, Easement Surveys, Amalgamation, land adjudication and Sectional property surveys. These services involve interpreting boundary locations, determining land ownership status, and assessing property rights and restrictions, all crucial for creating accurate plans and maps.
Land surveys entail physically marking property boundaries, measuring dimensions, determining areas, and identifying associated rights, whether on land, water, or defined by natural or artificial features. These surveys play a vital role in establishing legal ownership of urban plots and rural estates. Our focus on precision, accuracy, and efficiency allows us to quickly delineate boundaries, produce adjudication maps, and assist in land valuation and compensation processes, especially for public investment projects. Ensuring accuracy in surveys is paramount as it guides the selection of appropriate equipment and methods.


Analyzing the procedural framework and workflow methodology utilized in land subdivision surveys within Kenya.
The process of subdividing land in Kenya follows a systematic workflow aimed at ensuring legal compliance and accuracy that begins with an official title deed search conducted at the local land registry to verify ownership and identify any potential constraints on the property. Subsequently, the landowner collaborates with a surveyor to obtain a Registry Index Map (RIM) from the Survey of Kenya, which delineates the area to be subdivided.
Ground measurements are then undertaken by the surveyor to validate the dimensions on the map and strategize the subdivision while considering existing structures. A subdivision scheme is drafted and signed by a Registered Physical Planner, who issues a Physical Planning Act form (PPA 1 Form) upon approval. Following further approval from the County Lands Office, a PPA2 Form is issued. With requisite documentation, including a current title search, PPA forms, and subdivision blueprints, the landowner arranges a meeting with the Local Land Control Board, typically held once a month. During this session, the landowner presents their rationale for the subdivision, accompanied by their spouse.
Upon securing consent from the Land Control Board, the surveyor proceeds to demarcate boundaries using beacons, ensuring adherence to specified accuracy thresholds. The landowner and surveyor then sign mutation forms, validated by a Licensed Surveyor. These forms, along with other required documents, are deposited with the district survey office for allocation of new plot numbers. Subsequently, the documentation undergoes registration of titles at the respective county registries, while certified copies of mutation forms are submitted to the Survey of Kenya for map adjustments. This methodical process ensures the legal and accurate subdivision of land parcels in Kenya.
To obtain a quotation for land surveys, cadastral services, or mutation surveys, please feel free to reach out to us via email at info@nilesurveys.com or by giving us a call at +254-725-751427. We welcome your inquiries and look forward to assisting you.