SAGTA Map Exporter

Overview ¶

The SAGTA Map Exporter is a specialized QGIS plugin that enables land surveyors in South Africa to produce compliant cadastral and surveying maps according to SAGTA (South African Geomatics Technicians Association) standards.

This tool streamlines the map production process, ensuring that outputs meet regulatory requirements while reducing manual effort and errors.

Key Features ¶

• Automated layout generation
• Compliant symbology and styling
• Standard title block templates
• Coordinate grid generation
• Scale bar and north arrow placement
• Multi-sheet map support
• PDF and print output
• Batch processing capabilities

Compliance Standards ¶

• SAGTA map specifications
• Chief Surveyor-General requirements
• Cadastral diagram standards
• General plan requirements
• Sectional title plan formats

Benefits for Surveyors ¶

Time Savings ¶

Automate repetitive layout tasks and focus on survey accuracy.

Consistency ¶

Ensure every map meets standards with templated outputs.

Quality ¶

Reduce errors with automated checks and validation.

Flexibility ¶

Work within the powerful QGIS environment with full GIS capabilities.

Requirements ¶

• QGIS 3.x (Long Term Release recommended)
• Valid survey data in supported formats
• Appropriate coordinate reference systems

Getting Started ¶

Contact Kartoza to discuss licensing and implementation. We provide installation support, training, and ongoing maintenance for the plugin.