Princes Highway Upgrade
Is Your Land Being Acquired for the Princes Highway Upgrade Project?
If your property is part of the Princes Highway Upgrade, understanding the steps involved in compulsory acquisition is critical. By equipping yourself with the right information and expert guidance, you can ensure a smooth process and fair outcome.
What is the Princes Highway Upgrade Project?
The Princes Highway upgrade is a major series of projects aimed at improving the coastal route that stretches between Sydney and the Victorian border. With an expected investment of over $15 billion over the next 20 years, this extensive upgrade will duplicate the entire Princes Highway between Nowra and the Victorian Border, significantly enhancing the safety and efficiency of this vital transport corridor.
Key components of the project include:
- The Nowra Bypass, designed to ease congestion and improve traffic flow in the area.
- Upgrades to the Jervis Bay Road and Princes Highway intersection, with major construction already underway.
- An upgrade of the section from Jervis Bay Road to Hawken Road to improve road conditions.
- The Milton Ulladulla Bypass to reduce traffic congestion and improve access to the region.
- Targeted safety improvements between Nowra and Moruya to enhance driving conditions and reduce accidents.
- The Narooma Bridge upgrade, which will improve the overall reliability and safety of this critical infrastructure.
As with any major infrastructure project, land acquisition is an integral part of the process. If your property is affected by the Princes Highway upgrade, it’s important to seek legal guidance to ensure you receive fair compensation for the land being acquired. Land Acquisition Lawyers can assist you in navigating this process, ensuring your rights are protected every step of the way. Our team has the experience and expertise to help you secure the compensation you deserve for any land impacted by these developments.
What is Compulsory Land Acquisition?
Compulsory acquisition, also known as resumption or compulsory purchase, is when government authorities acquire private land for public infrastructure projects. This process, while legal, must comply with strict guidelines to ensure property owners are fairly compensated and treated respectfully.
How We Help with Land Acquisition
Dealing with compulsory acquisition or land resumption can be complicated, but our expert team is here to guide property owners every step of the way.
Hones Lawyers assist with:
- Understanding the Process: From the initial notification of resumption to the final stages of compensation and settlement, we provide clarity at every step.
- Ensuring Fair Compensation: We help you secure the market value of your property, along with additional entitlements such as relocation expenses, financial losses tied to the acquisition, and compensation for business-related impacts, including loss of income or disruption to operations.
- Representation and Negotiation: We advocate for you in discussions with government agencies to achieve the best possible outcome.
- Dispute Resolution: Whilst our aim is to achieve a fair settlement as efficiently and cost effectively as possible, we will guide you through mediation or legal proceedings if necessary.
Why Choose Hones Lawyers for Resumption and Acquisition Support?
We’ve helped hundreds of clients with their compulsory acquisition matters and have a proven track record when it comes to achieving favourable results for clients.
We understand the disruption and uncertainty that land resumption or compulsory acquisition can bring. With extensive experience helping property owners in Sydney, we offer compassionate and expert advice tailored to your specific situation.
Our goal is to minimise stress and ensure you receive the best possible outcome throughout the acquisition process.
Compulsory Acquisition FAQs
What is compulsory aquisition, and how does it affect my property?
Compulsory acquisition, also known as resumption or compulsory purchase, is the process where the government acquires private property for public projects. If your property is affected, you may need to vacate the land, but you are entitled to fair compensation.
How is compensation determined for properties acquired for NSW projects?
Compensation is based on the market value of your property in Sydney, along with other factors such as relocation costs, loss of income, and additional entitlements related to the NSW project. We can help ensure that your compensation fully reflects the value of your property and the impact of the acquisition.
Can I challenge the acquisition of my property?
Yes, you have the right to challenge certain aspects of the compulsory acquisition process, such as the amount of compensation or the justification for the NSW project impacting your land. Our expert team can guide you through the appeals process to protect your rights.
How long does the compulsory acquisition process take for properties?
The timeline for land acquisition for NSW projects can vary. Typically, the process starts with a formal notice and includes valuation, negotiation, and settlement stages. Any disputes may extend the timeline.
How can you assist property owners affected by NSW projects?
We provide comprehensive support to property owners affected by NSW projects, including explaining the process, securing fair compensation, handling negotiations, and resolving disputes. Our goal is to make the acquisition process as straightforward as possible while ensuring your rights are upheld.
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