Strata survey costs in Melbourne range from $5,000 to $25,000 or more depending on the building.
Typical costs:
- Simple 2-lot strata (duplex): $5,000-$8,000
- 4-6 unit townhouse development: $8,000-$15,000
- Large apartment buildings (10+ units): $15,000-$25,000+
What's Included in Strata Survey Costs?
Strata survey costs include:
- Building measurement and floor plan preparation
- Lot and common property boundary definition
- Unit entitlement calculations
- Strata plan drafting
- Coordination with council and certifiers
- Plan lodgement with VIC Land Registry Services
Strata vs Torrens Title Costs
Yes, strata surveys typically cost more than Torrens title subdivisions:
- 2-lot Torrens subdivision: $4,000-$6,000 for survey work
- 2-lot strata (duplex): $5,000-$8,000
The difference is due to additional building measurement and floor plan preparation required for strata.
When Do You Need a Strata Survey?
You need a strata survey when creating separate titles for units, apartments, townhouses, or duplexes that share common property.
If the dwellings share any land (driveways, gardens, lobbies), strata subdivision is usually required rather than Torrens title.
How Long Does a Strata Survey Take?
A strata survey typically takes 4-8 weeks from initial measurement to plan completion. The building must be substantially complete before final measurements.
After council issues the subdivision certificate, registration with VIC LRS takes another 2-4 weeks.