We advise our clients on the practical application, within the appropriate legal framework, of compulsory purchase powers, including the assessment of and claim for compensation. We have an understanding of compulsory purchase matters from both the acquiring authority and claimant’s position. Our services include:
- For local authorities: we provide strategic advice on the formulation and confirmation of compulsory purchase orders to acquire land for infrastructure projects or for purposes of securing the regeneration of key sites in their areas
- For affected claimants:we advise on the assessment of compulsory purchase compensation payments and the negotiation of individual compensation claims with acquiring authorities.