We can advise on the legality and the impact of Compulsory Purchase Orders and negotiate on your behalf where an order has been made.

Local Authorities apply for the compulsory purchase of land, by way of a Compulsory Purchase Order, to facilitate regeneration of an area or to enable the creation of new infrastructures. A Compulsory Purchase Order ensures the Local Authority have access to all land necessary for these projects.

We can advise Local Authorities on all aspects of their proposals for compulsory purchase and the requisite procedure.

We also advise landowners and tenants who may be threatened by the application for a Compulsory Purchase Order. We can advise on the best action to take in response to this threat, the effects of the Order, negotiating and obtaining appropriate compensation and how to appeal a decision.