Compulsory Purchase

Due to the demands of a booming economy and the objectives of the National Development Plan 2000-2006, compulsory purchase powers are now more widely used than ever.

As the country’s leading consultancy in compulsory acquisition, our specialist team plays a central role in advising claimants and acquiring authorities in relation to the acquisition of property and wayleaves (gas, water, sewerage, electricity and other utilities) throughout the country.

Our expertise is applied to secure best terms for our clients and where necessary to achieve this by reference to arbitration or on appeal to the High Court.

GVA Donal O'Buachalla has been involved in many of the major infrastructural projects in Ireland over the past 30 years, either acting for the acquiring authority or landowners affected by these schemes.

Click here see a sample of schemes where we have provided valuation, agronomy and associated services.