Surveyor

A surveyor is a professional who performs land measurement work and provides precise geodetic information for various purposes. In Latvia, the surveying profession is regulated, and only certified specialists may independently perform cadastral surveying.

Main surveyor tasks:

• Determination and restoration of land parcel boundaries
• Development of topographic plans and maps
• Geodetic support for construction
• Performing as-built surveys
• Preparation of land management projects
• Consultation on land property matters

Certification and qualification:

In Latvia, surveyors need a certificate issued by the Latvian Surveyors Association. Certification confirms that the specialist has appropriate education, practical experience, and knowledge to perform surveying work in accordance with regulatory requirements.

When is a surveyor needed?

• When buying or selling land property
• When dividing or merging land parcels
• When starting any construction
• When determining or restoring boundaries
• When preparing a topographic plan for design
• When commissioning a building

Surveyor's responsibility:

The surveyor is responsible for the accuracy of their measurements and the correctness of documents. Inaccurate measurements can cause legal problems and financial losses, so it is important to choose an experienced and certified specialist.