Section 88B – Ensuring Your Development Meets Legal Requirements

Secure Your Easements & Covenants with Confidence

Navigating legal requirements for land development can be complex, and missing a critical step can lead to costly delays.

A Section 88B Instrument is a legal document required for registering easements, positive covenants, and restrictions with NSW Land Registry Services (LRS). Whether you’re subdividing land, creating an easement, or meeting council requirements, you need precise and compliant documentation to move forward.

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At C&A Surveyors, we streamline the process for you. As Sydney’s leading land surveying company, we’ve completed over 50,000 jobs since 2009, ensuring our clients’ developments proceed smoothly. With our expertise, rigorous three-tier quality control process, and our exclusive C&A Connect Portal for real-time updates, you can trust that your Section 88B Instrument will be completed accurately and on time.

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What is a Section 88B Instrument?

A Section 88B Instrument is a legal requirement for registering:

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Easements (such as drainage, rights of way, or utility access)

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Positive covenants (binding landowners to specific obligations)

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Restrictions on land use (such as heritage or environmental protections)

This instrument is registered alongside plans like Torrens Title Subdivisions and Plans of Easement, ensuring legal recognition and enforceability of easements and covenants.

Why Do You Need a Section 88B Instrument?

A Section 88B Instrument is mandatory for developments that require:

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Council & Land Registry Services (LRS) compliance – Avoid legal roadblocks

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Registration of easements & covenants – Secure land use rights

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Occupation Certificate approval – Required before completion of some developments

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Smooth property transactions – Ensure clear, undisputed land titles

Without this legally binding document, your project may face delays, legal complications, or refusal by council.

Section 88B Instrument FAQs

Who needs to sign a Section 88B Instrument?

Mortgagees, property owners, and the local council must sign before registration.

How long does registration take?

Timelines depend on council approval and Land Registry Services processing, but we work efficiently to minimise delays.

Can C&A Surveyors handle the entire process?

Yes! We draft, prepare, and manage submissions to ensure a stress-free experience.

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