Amendments to Compulsory Acquisition Law

The Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Amendment Act 2016 commenced on 1 March 2017.

The key amendments are:

1. A 6 month minimum negotiation period prior to compulsory acquisition. 
2.An increase in the maximum payment for “disadvantage resulting from relocation” in relation to compulsory acquisition of a principal place of residence from $27,235.00 to $75,000.00. 
3. A right to seek a review for unsuccessful hardship applications. 
4. Exemption from paying rent for a principal place of residence for 3 months after acquisition. 
5. Reinstatement costs in respect of land used for limited specific purposes where there is no general market for that land.

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