Landmäteri

Landmäteri is the Swedish word for surveying or land surveying. It encompasses the practice and science of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional positions of points and the distances and angles between them. These measurements are used to create maps, establish property boundaries, and manage land resources.

The profession of landmäteri in Sweden has a long history, dating back to the establishment of cadastral surveying for taxation purposes. Modern landmäteri involves sophisticated technologies such as GPS (Global Positioning System), total stations, and aerial photogrammetry. These tools allow for precise and efficient data collection.

A key aspect of landmäteri is the creation and maintenance of the cadastre, a public record of land ownership and boundaries. This is crucial for legal and administrative purposes, including property transactions, land development, and taxation. Swedish landmäteri is overseen by the Lantmäteri, the Swedish mapping, cadastral, and land registration authority.

Land surveyors, or lantmätare, are responsible for a variety of tasks. These include conducting boundary surveys, preparing cadastral maps, performing topographic surveys, and assisting with land consolidation and registration. Their work is essential for urban planning, infrastructure development, environmental management, and ensuring clear property rights. The profession requires a strong understanding of mathematics, physics, geography, and relevant legislation.