07 3555 6333Compulsory Acquisition and Resumption in Queensland
If you’ve received notice that your property is being taken by the government, it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed. Compulsory acquisition, also known as property resumption, occurs when a government authority requires private land for public infrastructure or development, and for Queensland property owners this process can be complex, particularly when you’re unsure of your rights or entitlements.
Most property owners are horrified when they receive a “Compulsory Acquisition” notice. They cannot understand how the government has the right to take away the land, home or business that they own, just like that.
There are so many things to consider.
- Is the Government valuation fair, or should you ask for more?
- Will they cover legal expenses, moving, and other costs?
- What if the property is rented? What are the implications on the lease, and for the tenants?
- What are the tax implications?
- Where are you going to move to, and when?
. . .and a whole lot more – see our FAQs on resumptions below.
Dealing with the government, wading through the complicated legal process, and negotiating fair compensation for your property is stressful and time-consuming - NPR Law supports Queensland property owners with practical, trusted legal advice at every stage of the process.
What MIGHT happen if you try to do it yourself?
- You’ll receive a lot of government paperwork, that is often difficult to understand.
- You may not be aware of all your rights and entitlements under the law, and therefore not receive everything that you should.
- You might not like the valuation they’ve given your property and want more, but you may not know the correct process to lodge a dispute and seek resolution.
- You might not understand all the steps and miss a deadline, which could mean you forfeit some of your rights.
- You might end up in a battle which could take months, even years, when with expert legal representation it may be concluded in a shorter time.
What WILL happen when NPR Law does it for you?
- We will guide you through the process, explaining all your rights and entitlements, so that you fully understand everything and the process to be followed.
- We will undertake all negotiations on your behalf to ensure you achieve a fair price and have your costs covered.
- We take care of any special requirements you may have including leases, business operations, contractual obligations etc.
- We undertake due diligence, review every document, complete and lodge everything on time, and do all that we can to ease your stress and worry.
Compulsory acquisition matters currently impacting Queensland property owners
Compulsory acquisition and resumption are increasingly linked to major infrastructure and development projects, with property owners often receiving notices with limited time to respond. Each acquisition can raise different legal, valuation, and compensation issues depending on the authority involved and the nature of the project.
NPR Law assists homeowners and landholders across Queensland by providing clear, practical legal advice to protect their rights and ensure fair compensation throughout the compulsory acquisition process.
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Gold Coast Light Rail
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Sunshine Coast Rail Line
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Inland Rail (Brisbane to Melbourne)
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Wynnum Road Corridor
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We’ve helped hundreds of Qld property owners through this process, and achieved a 5-27% increase over what the government initially offered
Northern Property and Resumption Lawyers in Queensland are specialists in Property Resumptions. We’ve helped many property owners through the stress and confusion of having their property resumed, so that they are fairly compensated and prepared to start their next chapter.
Let’s have a chat about your situation and see what we can do to help.
Got questions?
Here are the questions we regularly get asked about resumptions.