Land Survey Costs in Ogun State: Updated Fees, Areas, and How to Calculate

How much does it cost to survey a plot of land in Ogun state?

The costs of land survey in Ogun state depend on the area and size of the land. In the general area, the survey fee is ₦270,000 for a plot of 0-800 sqm, in the prime area, the survey fee is ₦400,000 for 0-800 sqm, and in the special prime area, it's ₦1,050,000 for a plot of 0-800 sqm.

I will guide you through the steps to accurately calculate the cost of land surveying and documentation in Ogun State. This knowledge will empower you and help you make informed decisions.

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STEPS TO CALCULATE THE COST OF LAND SURVEYING AND DOCUMENTATION IN OGUN STATE

To determine the total cost of land survey costs in Ogun state, there are two important things to consider: the land size and the area it falls under within the three areas zoned in Ogun state.

1. Land Size:

The fee to be charged by a land surveyor is firstly determined by the size of the land surveyed in square meters because the larger the land the higher the survey costs and government documentation fees.

2. Zones in Ogun State:

The area where your land falls will finally determine the overall survey fee. Ogun state has three distinct areas:

- General Area Land:

These are lands situated in remote areas outside the urban or semi-urban zones of the state. Think farmlands, villages, and undeveloped areas. Survey fees for general area lands are generally more affordable.

- Prime Area Land:

Located within urban or semi-urban areas, prime lands are suitable for residential purposes and come equipped with basic amenities such as water, electricity, and a decent road network. Survey fees for prime areas are moderate, reflecting the improved accessibility and amenities.

- Special Prime Land:

These lands are strategically positioned along major highway routes and within urban or commercial hubs of the state. Ideal for businesses like factories, trailer parks, warehouses, and industrial activities, special prime lands boast excellent road networks facilitating trade activities, as Ogun state is the gateway state. Survey fees for special prime lands are higher due to their strategic locations and potential uses.


Importantly, remember that from the total survey cost, the surveyor will deduct a fee known as the "mandatory fee to the ministry for documentation (MDS)" and the rest will serve as the site and office work fee for the surveyor which we'll discuss in a later section. 

For surveys related to Commercial titles conducted for corporate entities such as companies, worship centers, firms, institutions etc. the total survey fee will increase

In the next section, we'll delve into specific areas within each zone, providing detailed information on survey fees for different land sizes. Stay tuned for a comprehensive guide to land survey costs in Ogun state.

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COST OF LAND SURVEYING AND DOCUMENTATION IN THE SPECIAL PRIME AREAS OF OGUN STATE

Listed below are communities that are classified under the special prime areas of Ogun state, along with the corresponding survey fees for different land sizes and title types in the area.

Abeokuta

Ijebu Ode

Ota/Ifo

Sagamu

Survey Fees for Special Prime Areas in Ogun State

If a land falls within any community listed above then it falls within the special prime areas of Ogun state, the survey fees range based on the size of the land and its intended use, whether for private or commercial purposes.

 The following is a detailed breakdown of survey fees in both square meters and hectares/acres for the communities that are categorised under the special prime areas of Ogun state:

For land ranging from 0 to 800 square meters:

For land between 801 and 1500 square meters:

For land between 1501 and 2100 square meters:

For land between 2101 and 2800 square meters:

For land between 2801 and 3500 square meters:

For land between 3501 and 4050 square meters:

Land Size (Hectares/Acres):

For land of 0.405 hectares (1 acre):

For land of 0.810 hectares (2 acres):

For land of 1.214 hectares (3 acres):

For land of 1.619 hectares (4 acres):

For land of 2.024 hectares (5 acres):

For land of 2.429 hectares (6 acres):

Sample of a schedule of fee for a land sized in between 1.1 to 2 Acres in a Special Prime Area of Ogun state. The Mds fees are named statutory fee in the image above.

COST OF LAND SURVEYING AND DOCUMENTATION IN THE PRIME AREAS OF OGUN STATE

Listed below are communities that are classified under the prime areas of Ogun state, along with the corresponding survey fees for different land sizes and title types in the area.


Survey Fees for Prime Areas in Ogun State

If a land falls within any community listed above then it falls within the prime areas of Ogun state, the survey fees range based on the size of the land and its intended use, whether for private or commercial purposes.

 The following is a detailed breakdown of survey fees in both square meters and hectares/acres for the communities that are categorised under the prime areas of Ogun state:

For land sizes 0 to 800 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦400,000

Private MDS: ₦320,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦600,000

Commercial MDS: ₦480,000

For land sizes 801 to 1500 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦600,000

Private MDS: ₦480,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦900,000

Commercial MDS: ₦720,000

For land sizes 1501 to 2100 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦750,000

Private MDS: ₦600,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,125,000

Commercial MDS: ₦900,000

For land sizes 2101 to 2800 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦900,000

Private MDS: ₦720,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,350,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,080,000

For land sizes 2801 to 3500 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,050,000

Private MDS: ₦840,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,575,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,260,000

For land sizes 3501 to 4050 square meters:

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,200,000

Private MDS: ₦960,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,800,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,440,000

Land Size (Hectares/Acres):

For land sizes of 0.405 hectares (1 acre):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,200,000

Private MDS: ₦960,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,800,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,440,000

For land sizes of 0.810 hectares (2 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,300,000

Private MDS: ₦1,040,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦1,950,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,560,000

For land sizes of 1.214 hectares (3 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,400,000

Private MDS: ₦1,120,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,100,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,680,000

For land sizes of 1.619 hectares (4 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,500,000

Private MDS: ₦1,200,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,250,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,800,000

For land sizes of 2.024 hectares (5 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,600,000

Private MDS: ₦1,280,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,400,000

Commercial MDS: ₦1,920,000

For land sizes of 2.429 hectares (6 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,700,000

Private MDS: ₦1,360,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,550,000

Commercial MDS: ₦2,040,000

For land sizes of 2.834 hectares (7 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,800,000

Private MDS: ₦1,440,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,700,000

Commercial MDS: ₦2,160,000

For land sizes of 3.238 hectares (8 acres):

Private Survey Fee: ₦1,900,000

Private MDS: ₦1,520,000

Commercial Survey Fee: ₦2,850,000

Commercial MDS: ₦2,280,000

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Sample of a schedule of fees for a land sized between 3501 to 4050 sqm in a Prime Area of Ogun state.
The Mds fees are named statutory fee in the image above.

COST OF LAND SURVEYING AND DOCUMENTATION IN THE GENERAL AREAS OF OGUN STATE

If the land is not listed under the Special Prime Area or Prime Area communities, it falls under the General Area of Ogun State.

Survey Fees for General Areas in Ogun State

If a land does not appear within any of the communities listed above in the special prime or prime area of Ogun state then it falls within the prime areas of Ogun state, the survey fees range based on the size of the land and its intended use, whether for private or commercial purposes.

 The following is a detailed breakdown of survey fees in both square meters and hectares/acres for the communities that are categorised under the prime areas of Ogun state:

For land of 0-800 square meters:

For land of 801-1500 square meters:

For land of 1501-2100 square meters:

For land of 2101-2800 square meters:

For land of 2801-3500 square meters:

For land of 3501-4050 square meters:

For land of 0.405 hectares (1 acre):

For land of 0.810 hectares (2 acres):

For land of 1.214 hectares (3 acres):

For land of 1.619 hectares (4 acres):

For land of 2.024 hectares (5 acres):

For land of 2.429 hectares (6 acres):

For land of 2.834 hectares (7 acres):

For land of 3.238 hectares (8 acres):

For land of 3.643 hectares (9 acres):

For land of 4.048 hectares (10 acres):

Sample of a schedule of fee for a land sized in between 1.1 to 2 Acres in a Genaral Area of Ogun state. The Mds fees are named statutory fee in the image above.

EXPLAINING MDS (STATUTORY FEE) IN OGUN STATE

This section will guide you through the essential aspects of payments, shedding light on potential pitfalls and emphasizing the non-negotiable nature of certain fees.

1. Mandatory Payment to the Ministry: Non-Negotiable and Vital

In any land survey job, one encounters a mandatory payment to the state's ministry (Mds) called the statutory fee, which is non-negotiable. Please be aware of surveyors who accept to negotiate this fee, as it is a red flag signalling potential fraudulent practices.

Why is this Fee Critical?

This mandatory fee is crucial for processing and documenting your survey, officially establishing you as the property owner. Skipping or negotiating this fee might result in an incomplete survey that lacks official registration, leaving you vulnerable to legal and ownership complications.

Avoid Cheap Alternatives:

Choosing a surveyor based solely on a lower fee might lead to significant issues. In a bid to cut costs, some surveyors agree to accept less pay and proceed with the on-site work. However, the survey plan provided under these circumstances is often not registered, rendering it ineffective and leaving your ownership in question.

Key Takeaway:

2. Site and Office Survey Work: Negotiable, but with Caution

While the mandatory fee is fixed, the site and office survey work fees can be negotiated with your surveyor. because surveyors will the MDS (Ministry Documentations) fee from the total survey fee, leaving room for negotiation based on factors such as survey difficulty and the number of plots involved.

HOW TO GET ORIGINAL SURVEY PLAN IN OGUN STATE

Without the original survey plan registered in Ogun state, any document handed to you is merely paper without official standing. This means it cannot be used for legal or official purposes.

Compared to Ogun state, Lagos state has a digital medium to confirm if the survey plan is original online whereas in Ogun state we will have to go through the physical means and all is explained in our blog  post  Understanding Survey Plans: Your Guide to Study Original or Fake Survey
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Choosing the Right Path: Contacting OME Land Surveyor And Consultant

To secure your original and registered survey plan, we strongly recommend reaching out to OME Land Surveyor And Consultant. Here's why:

When initiating the process, it's imperative to contact a registered surveyor. We recommend that you engage the services of OME Land Surveyor And Consultant to ensure a smooth and reliable experience in obtaining your original survey plan in Ogun state.

Ensure you pay the Mandatory Documentation Fee (MDS) in full. Avoid working with any surveyor promising an original survey plan without adhering to this crucial step. The surveyor's fee must be paid in full to allow deductions for the MDS and their professional service before proceeding to documentation.

Clients often find themselves misinformed about the intricacies of the process. Clear any doubts by consulting with OME Land Surveyor And Consultant, ensuring accurate information and a transparent journey.

When in doubt, reach out to OME Land Surveyor And Consultant for expert guidance and assistance throughout the process.

Our extensive experience and impeccable reputation make us a trusted partner in obtaining your original survey plan in Ogun state.

For a seamless and stress-free experience, contact us at OME Land Surveyor And Consultant. We're here to guide you through the process and ensure the efficient acquisition of your original survey plan.

By choosing OME Land Surveyor And Consultant, you're not just getting a service; you're gaining peace of mind and the assurance of property documentation done right.