Property Acquisitions

Compulsory Acquisitions 

Independent Valuation Advice Across Victoria

If your property is subject to compulsory acquisition, the financial implications can be significant. Accurate, well-supported valuation advice is critical to ensuring fair and equitable compensation.


We are specialist Compulsory Acquisition Valuers in Melbourne, providing independent valuation advice across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Our work spans residential, commercial, industrial, development and rural assets.

Compulsory Acquisition Valuations – Melbourne & Regional Victoria

Compensation in Victoria is governed by the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986, requiring detailed consideration of market value and statutory heads of compensation.


We provide:

  • Market Value Assessments
  • Before & After Valuations
  • Partial Acquisition Valuations
  • Easement Compensation Assessments
  • Severance & Injurious Affection Analysis
  • Disturbance and Special Value Assessments
  • Expert Reports for Negotiation, Mediation and Litigation


All reports are evidence-based and prepared in accordance with the professional standards of the Australian Property Institute.

Acting Independently Across All Sectors

We provide advice to:

  • Private landowners
  • Corporate property holders
  • Developers and investors
  • Rural and agricultural enterprises
  • Legal and financial advisors


Our role is to deliver objective, defensible valuation advice. We act independently and are not aligned with acquiring authorities. Our focus is ensuring compensation assessments are properly supported by market evidence and statutory interpretation.

Major Infrastructure & Acquisition Projects

We have provided valuation advice in matters associated with major infrastructure and public acquisition projects across Melbourne and regional Victoria.


Projects Include:

  • Power Line replacement Project after Black Saturday Bushfires and the Victorian governments royal commission
  • Suburban Rail Loop
  • Vic Roads Outer metropolitan Ring Road
  • Vic roads High Duplication Winchelsea to Colac
  • Numerous level crossing removal projects
  • Renewable energy projects including
  • Derby solar farm power line easements
  • Bald hill wind farm power line easements

Melbourne & Regional Victoria Coverage

From inner-city Melbourne to growth corridors and rural Victoria, we provide location-specific market analysis tailored to each asset class.


We understand the valuation nuances between metropolitan development land, commercial assets and agricultural holdings — and how those differences directly influence compensation outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions



Compulsory Acquisition Valuations

  • What is a compulsory acquisition valuation?

    A compulsory acquisition valuation assesses the market value of property acquired by a government authority and determines compensation payable under the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986. It may also include additional heads of compensation such as disturbance, severance and injurious affection.

  • Do I need an independent valuer for compulsory acquisition in Melbourne?

    Yes. An independent compulsory acquisition valuer ensures that compensation is assessed objectively and supported by current Melbourne and Victorian market evidence. Independent advice strengthens negotiation outcomes and reduces the risk of under-compensation.

  • What compensation can be claimed in Victoria?

    Depending on the circumstances, compensation may include:

    • Market value of the land acquired
    • Loss due to partial acquisition
    • Impact on remaining land (injurious affection)
    • Disturbance costs
    • Special value (in limited circumstances)

    Each matter requires detailed statutory and market analysis.


  • Do you provide valuations for rural and regional Victoria?

    Yes. We regularly undertake compulsory acquisition valuations across regional and rural Victoria, including agricultural holdings, lifestyle properties and broadacre land affected by infrastructure projects.

  • When should I engage a compulsory acquisition valuer?

    Engagement should occur as early as possible — ideally upon receipt of a Notice of Intention to Acquire. Early advice can materially influence negotiation strategy and compensation outcomes.

  • Speak With a Compulsory Acquisition Specialist

    If your property has been identified for acquisition in Melbourne or regional Victoria, obtain independent valuation advice early.

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