Urban & Rural Valuations provide specialised compensation valuation services for landowners affected by compulsory acquisitions (resumptions) by government authorities for public purposes. These valuations are crucial for ensuring fair compensation when a whole or part of an owner’s land is acquired.

In Western Australia, the primary legislation governing such acquisitions is the Land Administration Act 1997 (LAA). Specifically, Section 241 of the LAA outlines the various ‘Heads of Claim’ that dispossessed landowners can claim for damages resulting from the land being taken. This includes potential damage not only to the remaining land but also to any business operating from the land.

Our compensation valuation services include:

• Comprehensive Valuation Reports: Detailed assessments of the affected land, including photographs, property descriptions, and analysis of comparable sales evidence.
• Heads of Claim Assessment: Evaluation of all potential claims under Section 241 of the LAA, ensuring landowners receive compensation for all damages, including impacts on remaining land and business operations.
• Expert Witness Services: Providing expert witness testimony and detailed reports suitable for legal proceedings if required.
• Tailored Valuation Services: Customising our reports to meet the specific needs of each case, ensuring clarity and thoroughness for all stakeholders involved.

For expert valuation services tailored to government acquisition cases, contact Ron Sawyer at 0447 423 841. Urban & Rural Valuations are committed to providing accurate and compliant valuation reports to support fair and just compensation for affected landowners.