Valuations and compensation
Find out how your property will be valued, how to engage your own valuer, and what types of compensation may be available to you.
For residential property owners
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Getting your property valued
The market value of your property will be assessed by the acquiring authority. It is important that you also have your own valuation carried out.
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Types of compensation
Apart from the market value of your property, you may also be eligible for other types of compensation to help you.
For business owners or residential tenants
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Commercial properties and business owners
Valuation and compensation for commercial properties and business owners.
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Residential tenants
Residential tenants may be eligible for compensation under certain circumstances.
More information
What is included in a valuation report
Find out what the valuation report for your property must include.
Reaching agreement
If you accept the valuation in the Letter of Offer, you will receive compensation and ownership will transfer to the acquiring authority.
Valuation for partial aquisitions
How market value is determined for partial acquisitions.