When buying land in Nigeria—especially in a city like Ibadan, Oyo State—one of the most crucial documents to request before any payment is made is the Survey Plan.
Sadly, many land buyers fall victim to unregistered, fake, or manipulated survey plans issued by unlicensed individuals posing as professionals. The consequence? Land disputes, overlapping boundaries, or even government acquisition issues.
This article will help you understand what a Survey Plan is, how to get a proper Red Copy Survey, and how Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd can ensure you’re protected throughout your land acquisition journey.
📝 What Is a Survey Plan?
A Survey Plan is a legal document that clearly defines the location, boundaries, and size of a land. It is prepared by a licensed surveyor and is used to confirm whether the land:
- Falls under government-acquired zones
- Is within a layout plan
- Is suitable for building or development
- Conflicts with other properties
🟥 What Is a Red Copy Survey Plan?
The Red Copy is the official registered copy of your survey plan lodged at the Oyo State Ministry of Lands and Survey. It is:
- Assigned a unique File Number
- Certified by the Surveyor General’s office
- Required for processing C of O, Governor’s Consent, and building approvals
🔒 Without the Red Copy, your Survey Plan is not recognized by government authorities — and cannot be relied upon for legal documentation.
🛠️ Steps to Obtain a Valid Registered (Red Copy) Survey Plan
Step 1: Engage a Licensed Surveyor or Professional Firm
Avoid am a surveyor or i know a surveyor gang. Only a registered surveyor can produce and sign a survey plan that can be lodged with the government.
💼 Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd works with certified surveyors to guarantee authenticity.
Step 2: Land Inspection and Geo-Coordinates Capture
Surveyor visits the land, measures boundary points, and takes GPS coordinates using advanced equipment.
Step 3: Drafting the Survey Plan
This includes:
- Land size
- Orientation (NSEW)
- Beacon numbers
- Owner’s name
- Address and signature of the surveyor
Step 4: Submit to Ministry of Lands (Oyo State)
The surveyor will lodge the plan at the Office of the Surveyor General, Ibadan, for official verification and registration.
Step 5: Get Your Red Copy
Once processed and approved, the government issues the Red Copy Survey Plan — your official land mapping document.
⚠️ Dangers of Using an Unregistered Survey Plan
- ❌ Cannot obtain C of O or Governor’s Consent
- ❌ Cannot be used for bank loans or legal proof
- ❌ Risk of buying government land or land under litigation
- ❌ Risk of overlapping other people’s properties
- ❌ Potential demolition or repossession
✅ Why Choose Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd?
With years of experience serving clients across Ibadan and Oyo State, our firm ensures secure, transparent, and verifiable land documentation.
Here’s What We Offer:
- ✅ Access to registered licensed surveyors
- ✅ We process Red Copy Survey Plans for clients buying land
- ✅ Verify any survey plan before you buy land
- ✅ Assist in obtaining CofO, Building Approval, and Governor’s Consent
📞 Contact Us to Process Your Survey Plan With Confidence
Taiwo Salam & Co. Properties Ltd
📍 Office: Block U4, Joke Plaza, Bodija, Ibadan
📞 Phone/WhatsApp: 08065558146
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.taiwosalamandco.com
Let us help you avoid survey fraud and buy land backed by verified documentation — so you can build with peace of mind.
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