Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our land surveying, GIS mapping, subdivision planning, environmental compliance, and regulatory services.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions

To be the undisputed leader in spatial intelligence and property strategy across Southern Africa.

Contact our public relations department for media interviews or conference speaking.

Currently, we operate centrally but are exploring regional partnership models.

You can sign up via the footer of our website to receive industry updates.

Yes, we regularly exhibit at mining, agriculture, and construction trade shows.

Our annual CSR activities are summarized on our "About Us" page.

Yes, we provide pro-bono advisory for selected community-led infrastructure projects.

Submit your company profile and areas of collaboration to our business development team.

Yes, we provide mentorship for recent graduates in Urban Planning and Geomatics.

Please visit our "Careers" page for the latest job openings and application instructions.

Our legal team monitors the Government Gazette and participates in professional law reform workshops.

Yes, we assess flood risks and erosion potential for waterfront developments.

This is when the government takes land for schools or roads; we ensure fair valuation and planning.

Yes, we manage the technical and social aspects of securing land for infrastructure.

We help developers determine the feasibility of attracting major retailers to a new mall.

Yes, our senior staff can provide technical testimony in court for land and boundary disputes.

It is the certainty that a person’s rights to land will be recognized and protected by the state.

Yes, we help mining companies secure the necessary land rights to operate on the surface of their claims.

While customary land has no market "title," we evaluate its potential for conversion and productivity.

A caveat is a legal notice of interest in the land; we check for these to ensure a property is "clean" for sale.

Yes, our spatial planning includes designing for bus routes and pedestrian-friendly walkways.

GIS helps map flood zones and crime hotspots to improve emergency response and city planning.

Yes, we assist Local Authorities in planning for the legal expansion of town boundaries.

We survey local communities to understand how a development will affect their livelihoods and culture.

A project that combines residential, commercial, and recreational spaces in one location.

Yes, we provide the surveying and planning needed to protect and integrate historical landmarks.

We advocate for compact city designs and Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) that manage growth sustainably.

Yes, we provide layouts and planning for high-density, low-cost housing projects.

It involves using technology and data to improve municipal services and urban living standards.

Our planning services prioritize sustainable land use, drainage efficiency, and green space integration.

Yes, we accept bank transfers, mobile money, and cheque payments.

In urgent cases, such as construction errors or legal injunctions, we can mobilize teams rapidly.

We pride ourselves on a high approval rate due to our "Compliance-First" approach.

Yes, we support foreign investors looking to navigate the Zambian land and property market.

Yes, we frequently partner with architects, civil engineers, and law firms as technical specialists.

We offer a brief initial discovery call; however, detailed site analysis and advisory incur a professional fee.

Yes, clients receive weekly or milestone-based reports via email or their client dashboard.

We have a formal dispute resolution process led by our management to ensure quick and fair solutions.

Yes, we offer flexible project management, though changes may affect timelines and costs.

We define the project scope, timelines, key milestones, and introduce your dedicated project lead.

We utilize industry-leading software like Pix4D, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and ArcGIS.

Yes, we use satellite imagery to monitor large-scale land changes over time.

GCPs are physical markers on the ground that we use to ensure drone maps are perfectly aligned with global coordinates.

Yes, we export data in GeoJSON and other formats for use in interactive mobile maps.

These are aerial photographs geometrically corrected to be as accurate as a map, allowing for precise measurements.

Yes, for heritage sites or complex industrial plants, we provide millimeter-accurate 3D scanning.

A Digital Twin is a precise 3D virtual model of a physical asset, used for planning and maintenance throughout its lifecycle.

Yes, we use drones to inspect high-rise structures and large roof areas safely and efficiently.

All project data is stored on encrypted servers with regular off-site backups to ensure client confidentiality.

LiDAR stands for Light Detection and Ranging. We use it to create high-resolution 3D models of terrain, even through dense vegetation.

Yes, our professional reports and surveys are widely recognized for mortgage and collateral purposes.

We welcome feedback via our website or our annual client satisfaction survey.

Yes, to protect our clients, we maintain insurance for our professional advisory and technical services.

We provide regular updates and proactive solutions to minimize the impact of external regulatory bottlenecks.

Yes, we strictly use licensed professional software to ensure data integrity and legal compliance.

Our standard office hours are 08:00 to 17:00, but our client portal is accessible 24/7.

For large projects, we offer structured payment plans based on reached milestones.

We have zero tolerance for bribery or fraud, ensuring all our projects are 100% compliant with the law.

Yes, supporting the next generation of planners and surveyors is part of our corporate social responsibility.

We look for partners in specialized fields; please send your company profile to our procurement email.

As part of large-scale planning, we evaluate how new developments will affect local traffic flow.

Yes, we provide master planning and surveying for completely new residential and commercial nodes.

It is a continuous digital map of all land parcels in an area, which we help municipalities maintain.

Yes, we provide the technical data and land advisory needed to structure PPP infrastructure projects.

We create frameworks to monitor and mitigate environmental risks during the construction phase of a project.

It is a survey conducted to secure legal passage for power lines, pipelines, or fiber optic cables.

Yes, we handle mining tenement surveys and surface rights planning.

Yes, our planning team designs efficient road networks that meet municipal engineering standards.

A detailed report assessing a site’s constraints, such as soil type, slope, and existing infrastructure.

Yes, by mapping properties and creating GIS databases, we help councils improve their property rate billing.

In Zambia, most land is Leasehold (usually 99 years), and we advise on how to manage and renew these leases.

We provide advisory on the legal process and the required survey work to convert land tenure types.

An encumbrance is a legal claim or liability on a property, such as a mortgage or a caveat, which we check during due diligence.

GIS allows us to create visual maps showing a property’s proximity to roads, schools, and shopping centers.

Yes, we provide data on current rental trends to help landlords set competitive and profitable prices.

We evaluate the real estate assets of the companies involved to ensure accurate valuation and risk assessment.

Yes, as part of our due diligence, we verify the deed against the records at the Ministry of Lands.

Land banking is the practice of purchasing undeveloped land with the intent of holding it for future sale or development.

Yes, we specialize in the planning and surveying of large farm blocks for commercial agriculture.

It is an evaluation to determine which legal and physically possible use of a property will yield the highest financial return.

Generally, construction must start within a specific period (often 2-3 years), or the permit may expire.

It is a temporary approval often granted while a full planning application is being processed.

Yes, we ensure that our layout designs align with utility wayleaves and service corridors.

LAPs often increase property value by providing clear infrastructure plans and legal certainty for the neighborhood.

Zoning is the method of dividing land into sections for specific purposes, such as Residential, Commercial, or Industrial.

Yes, we can represent you before the Planning Appeals Tribunal to justify your development proposal.

A SEA evaluates the environmental implications of a proposed policy or large-scale regional plan.

We conduct socio-economic surveys and map affected assets to ensure fair compensation and compliance with international standards.

The local council can issue an enforcement notice, which may lead to heavy fines or the demolition of the structure.

It is the primary law in Zambia that regulates how land is developed, planned, and managed across all local authorities.

Yes, we provide digital spatial data in formats compatible with Google Earth, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS.

It is the process of manipulating geographic data to identify patterns, such as the best location for a new shopping mall.

Yes, we act as independent experts to re-establish original legal boundaries based on Ministry of Lands records.

Contour maps show the elevation and slope of land, which is essential for architects to design drainage and foundations.

Our high-end drones achieve "survey-grade" accuracy, often down to 3-5 centimeters when used with Ground Control Points (GCPs).

Yes, we can map the underwater terrain of dams and rivers for infrastructure and environmental projects.

Setting out is the process of transferring a building design from a paper plan onto the actual ground using survey equipment.

Yes, we use topographical data and drone mapping to calculate stockpile volumes and excavation quantities.

A map is a general representation, while a survey plan is a legal document showing precise measured boundaries and area for title registration.

Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) surveying uses satellite signals to provide highly accurate geographic positioning for land boundaries.

Keep an eye on our Careers page or LinkedIn for internship and job opportunities.

We use high-precision GNSS/GPS, Total Stations, and professional Mapping Drones.

Currently, we focus on consultancy, but check our news page for future workshops.

Often due to incomplete documentation or slow government processing; we help bypass these through compliance.

Costs vary based on the number of plots and location; contact us for a detailed breakdown.

Yes, we handle all correspondence and follow-ups with Council planning departments.

Yes, we provide data in PDF, CAD, and GIS formats as required.

Yes, we have the capacity to handle projects throughout Zambia.

We follow a strict privacy policy to ensure all client maps and data are kept secure.

Yes, we work with licensed land surveyors and registered urban planners.

The process of bringing informal land holdings into the formal legal system.

Our team conducts site analysis and feasibility checks to confirm suitability.

Yes, we help clients understand the potential Return on Investment (ROI) for property assets.

Risks include fraud, overlapping titles, zoning restrictions, or environmental liabilities.

We provide the technical survey data and guidance required for the Ministry of Lands to issue titles.

We guide investors through the entire lifecycle of a project, from land acquisition to completion.

Yes, we offer property management services including tenant compliance and rental cover.

Through strategic planning, subdivision, or optimizing land use as advised by our experts.

Yes, we analyze the financial and practical viability of development projects.

It is a detailed investigation to verify a property’s legal status and physical condition before purchase.

It involves capturing images and data from the sky to create maps of large or inaccessible areas.

Yes, we have the equipment and expertise to survey large-scale farms and estates.

Yes, we assist contractors in setting out building positions based on approved plans.

Beacons act as legal markers for your property limits, preventing encroachment and disputes.

We conduct boundary verification surveys to ensure your beacons match the legal title records.

A Geographic Information System (GIS) is used for mapping and spatial data analysis.

Yes, we utilize modern drone technology for high-accuracy aerial surveys and GIS mapping.

These are precise surveys used to support construction and infrastructure projects like roads.

Yes, we map the physical features and contours of a land site for engineering design.

It is the process of defining land boundaries and placing beacons for title deed purposes.

Typically, a certificate of title, site plans, and a formal application letter are required.

Yes, we provide advisory on regularizing unplanned settlements through proper planning.

Yes, the Urban and Regional Planning Act requires permission for any development or land use change.

A RAP outlines how to handle the displacement of people during large-scale development projects.

An Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) evaluates the potential effects of a project on the environment.

We handle the entire process, from design layouts to obtaining the final subdivision certificate.

A LAP provides detailed planning frameworks for specific neighborhoods or growth corridors.

Yes, we manage applications to convert land from one use to another, e.g., agricultural to residential.

An Integrated Development Plan (IDP) is a strategic planning instrument for local authority areas.

They involve land use management, layout designs, and securing government development approvals.

Our integrated approach eliminates consultant fragmentation, ensuring regulatory certainty.

Yes, we provide professional consultations for land development and investment feasibility.

Yes, our 2026 strategic plan includes a client dashboard for real-time project tracking.

Timelines depend on the project scale and regulatory approval speeds, but we prioritize efficiency.

Yes, we serve corporate institutions, government bodies, and individual property owners.

Our core values are Integrity, Efficiency, Professionalism, and Convenience.

Yes, we are fully compliant with PACRA, ZRA, and relevant professional bodies like ZIEA.

You can request a quote via our website contact form or by visiting our office directly.

Our main operations are centered in Zambia, supporting developers and investors across the country.

Trending Group is a multidisciplinary professional services firm specializing in Planning, Surveying, and Property Advisory in Zambia.
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