Browse Forums General Discussion 1 Mar 09, 2013 12:28 pm We are in the process of purchasing a block and received a notice from our conveyancer recommending we measure our block so headed up there today armed with a 30m tape, its all pegged out so figured it would be rather easy the first 4 sides were spot on but the 5th is 5 metres shorter than it says on the plan, thinking it might actually just an error in the paper work as there is no way it can be 5 metres longer as it backs on to a golf course and would actually put us onto the tee off point on the 8th hole. So now the problem is we will have to get our conveyancer out to measure it again at our cost, thinking that it probably shouldn't be something we have to pay for though as its not really our problem it also changes the size of our block so should there be some sort of compensation ? Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 2Mar 09, 2013 2:33 pm IN the process of? I'd be halting purchase until it was sorted. They are selling you a block that is smaller than you were offered. Once you pay I doubt you will get any $ back. Perhaps one of the front pegs is placed incorrectly. I'd be interested to hear what your conveyancer says. Please post what you find out/what happens. Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 3Mar 09, 2013 2:39 pm From my limited experience, this would a job for a surveyor, to do a re-establishment survey. Totally not cheap, definitely get several quotes. With such a big error margin, best to rectify now. As it seems pegged all round, let them know, as that may reduce their work. Pegs do get shifted, due to work on adjoining sites. Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 4Mar 10, 2013 8:17 am kexkez IN the process of? I'd be halting purchase until it was sorted. They are selling you a block that is smaller than you were offered. Kexkez is correct. Something is seriously wrong here. Ive bought land and have never had a conveyancer suggest I measure the block, so perhaps they are hinting all is not kosher Arfur Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 5Mar 10, 2013 10:23 am Rachi So now the problem is we will have to get our conveyancer out to measure it again at our cost, thinking that it probably shouldn't be something we have to pay for though as its not really our problem it also changes the size of our block so should there be some sort of compensation ? Don't get the convenyencer or a surveyor out...just tell the developer you have measured the block and the dimensions aren't correct. Also tell them you are not buying anything until the issue is sorted out. At this stage it's their problem not yours! The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 6Mar 10, 2013 12:22 pm I think bashworth answer is most practical, get the vendor to do the legwork. Also, solicitor/conveyancer standard procedure is to ask you to measure the block you are buying, this is not about you doing the survey it is to satisfy yourself that you are actually buying the land that you think you are buying and not block next door or elsewhere. Foremost Building Expert in Australia,assisting with building problems/disputes, building stage inspections,pre-contract review advice for peace of mind 200 blogs http://www.buildingexpert.net.au/blog Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 7Mar 11, 2013 2:47 pm Well we have spoke to the Agent and it turns out we are not the only one having a problem it seems that the golf course have covered/removed a few the boundary pegs most likely unintentionally during mowing and maintaining of the course. The peg that we have been measuring to was the boundary line for next door and we will actually be purchasing right up to the tee off point on the course, which i guess is a good thing - the land isn't really usable as its really steep but you never know it might just be the incentive i need to improve my game Thanks very much for your help Re: Boundary is 5m out in new subdivision 8Mar 11, 2013 3:37 pm Good to know you are not alone. As several lots are involved, it might be that the Developer can pressure the Golf Club to re-establish affected pegs. The Golf Club appears responsible, even if unintentionally, and you should not have to fund a surveyor yourself, due to their unintended negligence. You will need these pegs for proper siting as the build begins. Can anyone recommend a good/affordable retaining wall and fence builder that I can get a quote from located in Sydney? 8 45705 Building Standards; Getting It Right! 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