Compulsory purchase is a complex mixture of valuation and law and only a specialist can give you the best advice. Our dedicated compulsory purchase team knows compulsory purchase but we also know the impact it has on businesses and property owners and why it is essential to tailor every claim to our client's particular circumstances.

How we can help

Protecting your position in the early stages

Compulsory purchase powers, whether they be from a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO), Transport and Works Act Order (TWO), a Harbour Revision Order, an Act of Parliament or any other source are not conferred lightly and all bodies exercising compulsory purchase powers have to go through a permission or application procedure.

We can advise on how to have your say, what to look for when making an objection and what concessions the authority might give to address your concerns.

Compulsory Purchase of your business premises
The impact of a compulsory purchase starts well before the acquired property is vacated. We can advise at an early stage on what to expect from the process, what to watch out for, what type of costs and losses you might incur, and how to make sure you are well prepared when it comes to making a compensation claim and supporting it with the right documentation and the right arguments.

Because our experience comes from working for acquiring authorities as well as affected owners and occupiers, we know how to prepare, present and negotiate practical, deliverable claims that maximise compensation and allow you to get back to doing what you do best - running your business. We have dealt with a wide variety of businesses from small independents to major national and international plcs.

In the unlikely event that we cannot reach a reasonable settlement that properly reflects your losses we have the expertise to press your claim and present it to the Lands Tribunal for a determination which is legally binding on the acquiring authority.

Compulsory Purchase of your property investment
Whether you let your investment or occupy it for your own business, compulsory purchase can be a major headache. From the effect of blight on lettings and rent reviews to dealing with leases, tenancies, maintenance and dilapidations in the run up to acquisition, knowing how to best protect your position can be challenging.

Our experienced team can help guide you through the risks and pitfalls and make sure you are in the best position to make a claim

Compulsory Purchase near to your property or business
You don't have to be compulsorily purchased to be affected by compulsory purchase works. Whether you are affected by the construction works or by the impact of the works being used after they are completed (e.g. through lighting, noise and vibration or other effects) you may be able to make a compensation claim. We can advise on what the rules are and whether a claim can be made in your particular situation, as well as compiling and negotiating a claim on your behalf.