CADASTRE 2014: FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE

Studying the existing literature and the experience being gained in ongoing cadastral projects and having close contacts with the Office Internationale du Cadastre et du Registre Foncier, OICRF an institute of FIG gave a clear view of the role and principles of cadastre and the importance of the security it provides for the coexistence and economic activities of humankind. Economic development on the basis of a functioning land market is only possible when land matters are settled in a legally correct way and within a secure legal environment. The findings were that the traditional principles of cadastre are proven and true and must be the basis for modern cadastres as well.