There are numerous Acts of Parliament under which Government Departments, Local or Public Authorities or Statutory Undertakings may carry out schemes for the general benefit of the community and urban regeneration involving the acquisition of land or interference with owners’ proprietary rights. The Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 is one example.
Compensation claims will depend on specific circumstances. Heads of claim may include the market value of land and/or property taken, severance & injurious affection, disturbance and professional fees.
Our Services:
We advise owners, lessees, tenants or occupiers of affected commercial property and land.
We make verbal and written representations to Local Planning and Acquiring Authorities, including submitting objections and attendance at a Public Inquiry as applicable.
We would negotiate with the Acquiring Authority to maximise the compensation entitlement arising from a Compulsory Purchase Order, Confirmed Blight Notice, Refusal of Planning Permission, Revocation, Modification and Discontinuance Order or a Stop Notice.
We can make Loss Payment claims. Since October 2004 a basic loss or occupier’s loss payment may be claimed in addition to any other compensation due to reflect and recognise the inconvenience and disruption caused by the acquisition.
We offer advice on and Expert Witness representation at Lands Tribunal if necessary.
