My property adjoins a site which is subject to a CPO but is not included in it – what are my rights?
It is likely you will be aware of our proposals for the land before we make an order because we always try to speak to immediate neighbours whose land or buildings are next to the property we want to acquire. We usually explain why we want to acquire your neighbour’s property – and what we want to build in its place. You are allowed to comment on what we are proposing to build before the compulsory purchase order is made and advertised. Your rights as an adjoining owner depend on whether you have any interest in the land which is to be included in the CPO, for example, an “easement” or “restrictive covenant” which is likely to be interfered with as a result of proposed scheme. You will also be able to comment if we need your permission to do certain things, such as a large building crane turning and overhanging your own land or buildings. In either of these circumstances you are also a “qualifying person” and will be told when the order is made. You will also be allowed to speak at the
