Compulsory Purchase

East Anglia is currently experiencing a huge amount of government backed infrastructure projects, which use compulsory purchase powers to acquire land and rights over land.  With the potential for further projects in the future and the continued work of statutory undertakers in maintenance of existing infrastructure, it is vital that those directly affected seek appropriate surveying advice.

At Clarke & Simpson, our qualified team provides clear and practical advice to anyone affected by compulsory purchase schemes.  This might include works by statutory undertakers for electricity, gas, water, sewerage or telecommunications to existing infrastructure, or construction of new infrastructure including pipelines, cables, roads and masts.  We are also able to provide advice and guidance on other major nationally significant infrastructure projects, for example roads, railways, power generation and water supplies.

We can also advise on all matters relating to rights over land, such as easements and wayleaves and Public Rights of Way (PRoWs).

With extensive experience across a wide range of compulsory purchase and compensation matters we can support our clients through the process to monitor and minimise the impact of such works and schemes and secure appropriate compensation. Whether a small piece of land or an entire farm is affected, our surveyors can guide you through each stage and help secure the best outcome.