Articles
Kevin Birch has been writing articles for local newspapers since the company was established in 1989. Originally these were published on a weekly basis, and are now published monthly. The articles are written with the general public in mind and are informative and usually based on current events pertaining to land development and the Resource Management Act. The company's team of Surveyors in Pukekohe, Auckland and Hamilton ensure that they are up to date and participate in all significant plan changes proposed by Councils in their area and these articles serve to keep the public informed of these changes. Changes to relevant legislation is also discussed, along with articles on new technology, significant changes in the Company, and major events effecting Surveyors, such as the Christchurch Earthquake. Periodically the articles provide information on the subdivision process or explain terminology used in the Industry.
Over the years, we have received very positive feedback from these articles from people from many walks of life, and now provide through these pages copies of historical articles. These are updated at least monthly. Please feel free to browse - selected years can be chosen from the selection tools. If you have any comments on any articles please contact us through the contact page. Enjoy reading.
What's happening in 2020
21 January 2020
Most of the team are back at work after relaxing breaks over Christmas and New Year. Workloads are heavy at the moment with some large projects around the branches, but it is good have a flexible team who are happy to move around the various offices.
Season's Greetings
12 December 2019
To all our friends, family, and colleagues, we wish you all the very best for the Christmas and New Year festive season, and hope this will be a safe and enjoyable time for you and your families.
What we are working on
19 November 2019
Our Auckland office in Penrose mainly focusses on Landuse and subdivision developments South of the Harbor Bridge, while our Hamilton office serves clients though-out the Waikato Region, as far North as Te Kauwhata.
Spring Activities around the District
24 October 2019
The start of Spring came, but for some reason the weather didn’t match the season. Generally major earthworks associated with land developments cease over the Winter months and recommence in Spring.
Cross-lease to Freehold
23 September 2019
Previous articles have discussed the general concept of crosslease titles and why these had been so popular in the past. These days crosslease titles are seldom created, and most surveys of crosslease titles are modifications to the crosslease areas.
Protecting Elite Soils
20 August 2019
In the news recently has been the Government’s proposal to protect elite soils for primary production. Having lived in Pukekohe all my life and travelling around the country, I frequently hear comments on what a travesty it is that Franklin’s elite so