Business Details
34 Years
experience
Expert Land Division & Surveying Services
Cavallo Forest is a licensed surveying and development consultancy established in 1992 by Rocco Cavallo and Daryl Forest. With over 80 years of combined experience, we specialise in land divisions and provide client-focused solutions tailored to individual project needs. Our team prioritises innovation, legislative compliance, and technical precision, ensuring successful outcomes for subdivisions ranging from small residential projects to large-scale commercial developments.As licensed surveyors, we manage every stage of the process in-house, from initial consultations and boundary identification to certified surveys and final approvals. Our reputation for integrity, expertise, and long-term client relationships has solidified our position as a trusted leader in South Australia's land development sector.
Services
Land Divisions
Topographic Surveys
Contour & Feature Surveys
Set-Out Surveys
Lease Plans
Boundary Identification
Community Title Developments
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- Licensed surveyors with 30+ years of hands-on experience
- In-house expertise from initial consultation to final certification
- Specialised knowledge of South Australian planning regulations
- Client-centric approach prioritising risk mitigation and profitability
- Professional code of ethics ensuring transparency and accountability
Services
Land Divisions
We specialise in creating new land titles through precise planning and regulatory compliance. Our services cover residential, commercial, and industrial subdivisions, ensuring optimal yield while minimising infrastructure costs. With expertise in both simple two-lot divisions and complex staged developments up to 300 allotments, we manage every stage from initial consultation to final certification. Our deep understanding of South Australian planning policies and council relationships ensures efficient approvals for clients.
Topographic Surveys
Our comprehensive topographic surveys support large-scale infrastructure projects by providing accurate 3D data for engineering design. Using advanced technology, we deliver detailed terrain models in multiple formats, including CAD, to facilitate precise planning. This service is critical for major subdivisions and industrial developments, ensuring design accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements throughout the construction process.
Boundary Identification
We provide legally certified boundary identification to prevent disputes during construction or fencing projects. Using licensed surveying techniques, we verify true property lines and advise on compliance with land title regulations. This service ensures clients avoid costly errors when developing near property edges, offering peace of mind through accurate, court-recognised measurements.
Set-Out Surveys
Our set-out surveys ensure accurate physical implementation of design plans on construction sites. By marking precise reference points for buildings, roads, and infrastructure, we prevent costly rework and delays. This service supports residential, commercial, and industrial projects, maintaining alignment with approved plans and regulatory standards throughout the development process.
Lease Plans
We prepare certified lease plans defining leased property portions for industrial, commercial, and residential properties. These legally compliant plans ensure clear spatial definitions in lease agreements, preventing disputes over property usage. Our expertise in land title lodgement procedures guarantees accurate documentation that meets regulatory requirements for property managers and owners.
People
Rocco Cavallo
Co-Founder and Principal
With 30 years' experience as a licensed surveyor, Rocco Cavallo leads Cavallo Forest's technical operations. He began his career in 1980 and graduated with a surveying degree from Uni SA, winning the RW Paynter Memorial Prize for Cadastral Surveying. His expertise in land divisions and regulatory compliance drives the firm's strategic direction.
Daryl Forest
Co-Founder and Consultant
Daryl Forest brings over 50 years of land division experience to complex projects. As co-founder, he established the firm's technical foundations and continues as a consultant for major subdivisions. His background includes partnerships in high-profile surveying firms and specialised training in town planning design.
Josephine Cavallo
Principal Office Manager
Josephine Cavallo manages administrative operations with qualifications in accounting and quality assurance. Her career spans roles in Adelaide and Kangaroo Island, including quality control in the meat export industry before joining Cavallo Forest. She oversees financial and client management processes.
Olsi Ducaj
Graduate Surveyor
Olsi Ducaj is a graduate surveyor under Rocco Cavallo's training agreement. He combines academic knowledge with practical experience gained during university studies, focusing on becoming a licensed surveyor. His role includes fieldwork and technical documentation for land division projects.
Steven
Survey Assistant
Steven has served as a survey assistant for over five years, developing technical skills through hands-on experience. His role involves field measurements and supporting licensed surveyors during land division projects, contributing to the firm's operational efficiency.
Questions
What services does Cavallo Forest specialise in?
We specialise in land divisions, topographic surveys, boundary identification, set-out surveys, and lease plans for residential and commercial developments.
Why use a licensed surveyor for land divisions?
Only licensed surveyors can legally certify land divisions and ensure compliance with South Australian planning regulations and land title requirements.
How long does the land division process take?
Processing times depend on council approvals, but we implement strict protocols to minimise delays and maintain efficient project timelines.
Do you work with first-time developers?
Yes, we guide first-time developers through the entire process, providing expert advice on legal, financial, and planning considerations.
Can you handle complex subdivision projects?
Our team manages subdivisions from simple two-lot divisions to complex staged developments up to 300 allotments with infrastructure planning.
How do you ensure survey accuracy?
We use advanced technology and follow strict quality controls, with all work supervised by licensed surveyors adhering to professional ethics standards.
Reviews (2)
Mary Nguyen
Mar 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
During the last 20 months, Rocco and his team have done more than 12 land divisions for us, and that resulted in more than 25 new titles. They are fast and efficient, very professional and knowledgeable in their field. I am grateful for their honest advice and appreciate their hard work. They have saved me so much time and money.
During the last 20 months, Rocco and his team have done more than 12 land divisions for us, and that resulted in more than 25 new titles. They are fast and efficient, very professional and knowledgeable in their field. I am grateful for their honest advice and appreciate their hard work. They have saved me so much time and money.
A. Santer
Nov 01, 2019
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Hands down the most knowledgeable land surveyor in Adelaide! Rocco is such an approachable professional in his field and was able to quickly and easily give estimates over the phone. He was able to understand my strategy of adding value to a piece of land and assist me with my feasibility. Their track record and reputation across South Australia is commendable, especially in the western suburbs.
