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APS’s Physical Planners have a broad knowledge of planning and associated legislation on, which they complement with a proactive approach to finding solutions for their clients. By applying a thorough understanding of the development approval processes, fostering local relationships and using their experience and knowledge, APS’s Physical Planners provide clients with the tools they require to deliver their projects. Comfortable and experienced in operating as part of a multi-disciplinary team, APS’s Physical Planners are mindful of the critical path that exists between good planning and efficient delivery.

When someone purchases a sectional title property, they do not purchase just the area that they will be dwelling in, but also a section or portion of shared property that is part of the communal area of a shared property. This usually applies to flats or complexes, where there is a communal pool, clubhouse, mailbox etc. This means that the owner takes responsibility for paying a portion (levy) towards the use of these communal areas under their sectional title. We undertake the creation (and, subsequently, amendments and extensions) of Sectional Plans and associated documentation for lodgement and approval by the Director of Survey.

Subdivision is the process of creating individual titles for land parcels. A subdivision survey is the process of splitting a tract of land into smaller parcels. The subdivision survey is completed when an owner desires to split a parcel of land into two or more parcels. The level of detail required will be determined by the governing jurisdiction. When a plot is divided it is imperative that the newly formed plots meet zoning requirements

Engineering surveys are required for the design and construction of civil engineering projects such as roads, railways, bridges, tunnels, buildings etc. . We help Engineers, architects and building construction teams ensure that the projects progress according to their designs, structures are built within given tolerances and comply with the quality standards and building regulations.
The type of work we deliver for our clients includes: As-Built Surveys: During and after construction a survey is performed to determine the location, both horizontally and vertically, of the constructed objects in order to determine if the project conforms to standards set by the construction plans and/or governmental entity. Construction Staking:
Using engineer and architecture construction drawings, survey stakes are established on the project site which gives the location and elevations of the proposed improvements.
Monitor Surveys: The process of a Monitor Survey may include installation of a permanent monument for vertical control and checking an existing building, for movement, usually during construction adjacent to the existing building.

The broad objective of development is to regulate and manage land development activities with the aim of achieving sustainable development. These broad connotations have a direct bearing on why planning is undertaken. It therefore means that planning cannot be complete without an attachment of development control. APS’s Physical Planners are able to Process Development applications in all counties in Kenya, this is because all development must secure approval permits to commence construction. We offer professional services in development applications such as subdivisions, change of user, extension of lease, renewal of lease.

A master plan is an overarching planning document and spatial layout which is used to structure land use and development, it’s a dynamic long-term planning document that provides a conceptual layout to guide future growth and development. Master planning is about making the connection between buildings, social settings, and their surrounding environments. At Arc Plan Surveys, our planners seek to create places that respect the environment, deliver efficient responses to site challenges, are socially sustainable and, importantly, meet our client’s commercial goals.

Geographic information system (GIS) creates, manages, analyzes, and maps all types of data. It connects data to a map, combining location data (where things are) with all types of descriptive information (what things are there). GIS, integrated with enterprise data and applications, provides map visualizations, data patterns, and unique perspectives which greatly contribute to decision-making processes of countless organizations around the world. By integrating GIS, Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS), using highend GIS Mapping and GIS data conversions software, our GIS Services assist our customers in producing maps including contour maps, spatial maps, cadastral maps, thematic and zonal maps, landscape maps, environmental maps for a host of GIS DATA Consumers AT Arc Plan Surveys, We provide GIS services with a comprehensive solution for spatial data management to government and industrial organizations through comprehensive GIS services While providing GIS Mapping Services, Arc Plan Surveys maintains a commitment to state-of-the-industry technology, research and innovation, implemented by highly experienced and qualified staff. Our commitment and continuous effort for customer satisfaction have made Arc Plan surveys a well-known and reliable GIS Data and Service provider.

Integrated strategic urban development planning is about future-oriented development that gives equal consideration to economic, environmental, social and cultural dimensions of the sustainable urban areas. Arc plan Surveys have collaborated with likeminded firms to deliver plans for county Governments and Municipalities in Kenya.

We conduct Boundary Identification Surveys throughout our Counties. Boundary Establishment survey is a survey that identifies and marks existing property boundaries.
Boundary Re-Establishment survey on the other hand is the process of reconstructing the position of the property beacons and boundary. This may be required for a number of reasons, for example, for site planning or to settle a boundary dispute with a neighbor.
During the survey we determine the location of the land boundary and mark the boundary corners on the ground. Afterwards, as required by law, we prepare a ground survey report and we lodge the Survey plan with the relevant survey department. This process is carried out by our registered surveyors and is accompanied with beacon certificates.

Topographic surveys describe the natural and man-made features of properties. These features include fences, land contours, trees, streams, buildings, etc., as well as the elevation of the land. They are used by engineers and architects for the design of improvements to a development on a site and provide important information about the exact height, size, and placement of a given property. These surveys are also be used to form plans for drainage, ditches, grading, and other property features