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Topographical Surveys Across the North West

Millimetre accurate site data for planning applications, design feasibility and land development delivered in as little as 5 working days.

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The Site Data Your Project Needs

If you are a planning consultant, architect or developer preparing for a planning application or site feasibility study in the North West, a topographical survey is the foundation your project starts from. We deliver detailed CAD site plans capturing terrain levels, boundaries, trees, structures, utility access points and all relevant site features across Liverpool, Manchester, Chester, Wigan, Warrington, Southport, Preston and the wider North West.

Millimetre Accurate

Precise terrain levels, boundary positions and site feature data captured using total station and GPS survey equipment.

Planning Ready

CAD site plans produced to the standard required by planning authorities across Liverpool, Manchester and the wider North West.

5 Working Day Turnaround

From site visit to CAD drawing in as little as 5 working days, so your planning programme stays on track.

Topographical CAD site plan showing contours and site features

Your Site, Mapped Precisely

A topographical survey is a detailed, scaled mapping of the natural and man made features of a site. It captures terrain levels and contours, boundaries, existing structures, trees and vegetation, utility access points and any other above ground features relevant to the development.

The output is a precise CAD drawing that forms the base site plan for any planning application, design feasibility study, or new build development. For greenfield and brownfield sites alike, a topographical survey is typically required before any design work can begin and is a standard pre application requirement for most planning authorities across the North West.

  • Terrain contours and spot levels across the full site
  • Boundary positions including fences, walls and hedgerows
  • Existing structures, hard standings and paths
  • Trees and vegetation including canopy spreads
  • Utility access points and visible service runs
  • Rights of way and access routes
2D AutoCAD Plans Contour Mapping PDF Site Plans Spot Height Data

Supporting the Full Project Team

Planning Consultants

A topographical survey supports a clean, validated planning submission and reduces the risk of queries at the planning stage. Required by most local authorities across the North West for new build and greenfield applications.

Architects

Before any design work begins on a new build or greenfield scheme, you need an accurate site plan to design from. Our topographical surveys give you terrain data, boundary positions, level information and site context in a CAD format you can work in directly.

Developers

Accurate site data at the feasibility stage informs earthworks design, drainage strategy, access planning and build cost estimates. Getting the survey right before design begins reduces the risk of costly revisions later.

Everything Captured On Site

Terrain Contours and Levels

Precise height data across the entire site for earthworks, drainage planning and flood risk assessment.

Boundary Mapping

Accurate boundary positions including fences, walls and hedges.

Vegetation and Tree Survey

Positions, canopy spreads and species of significant trees and vegetation.

Utility Access Points

Manhole covers, inspection chambers, meter boxes and service runs.

Existing Structures

Buildings, walls, hard standings, paths and other site features.

Rights of Way

Public footpaths, access routes and other easements.

Topographical Survey FAQ

For most new build and greenfield planning applications, yes. Planning authorities across the North West require an accurate site plan showing existing levels, boundaries and site features as part of a valid submission. Without one, applications are frequently returned at validation stage.
A topographical survey covers the external site including terrain, boundaries, features and levels. A measured building survey covers an existing building including floor plans, elevations and sections. They serve different purposes but are often commissioned together on projects involving both site and building.
Most sites are completed in one day on site. CAD drawings are typically delivered within 5 working days. For larger sites we will agree a programme before mobilising.
Yes, and it is often more efficient to commission both together. We regularly deliver combined topographical and measured building survey packages for planning applications involving both site and existing building. Get in touch for a combined quote.
We deliver topographical surveys across the North West including Liverpool, Manchester, Salford, Chester, Warrington, Wigan, Southport, Preston, Blackburn, Bolton, Stockport, Altrincham, Macclesfield, Lancaster and the Fylde Coast. Call 0151 272 3479 or email info@105surveys.com to discuss your site.

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