Ensuring you get the compensation you deserve
Baileys & Partners, a trusted firm of Rural Chartered Surveyors, provides expert advice on compulsory purchase and compensation, helping landowners, farmers, and rural businesses protect their interests. Whether facing road schemes, utility projects, or infrastructure works, our team guides clients through the entire process.
We assess claims, negotiate fair compensation, and ensure all losses including land value, crops, disturbance, and reinstatement – are considered. With detailed knowledge of relevant legislation and a practical, proactive approach, Baileys & Partners works to secure the best possible outcome for those affected by compulsory purchase.
Compulsory purchase & compensation services
- Initial advice & strategy – early guidance when schemes are announced, helping landowners understand rights and options.
- Notice review & objection support – checking statutory notices, advising on objections, and protecting client interests.
- Compensation claims – preparing, submitting, and negotiating claims for land value, disturbance, loss of profits, and other losses.
- Access & accommodation works – securing appropriate temporary or permanent access solutions during and after works.
- Valuation & negotiation – accurate valuation of land and property interests, ensuring fair financial outcomes.
- Scheme impact mitigation – advising on practical solutions to minimise business disruption and long-term losses.
- Blight & advance purchase – supporting applications for blight notices and advance purchase where applicable.
- Expert witness representation – providing evidence and representation in disputes, tribunals, and lands chamber hearings.
- CPO process guidance – explaining each stage of the compulsory purchase process in plain language.
- Compensation settlements – negotiating with acquiring authorities to secure full, timely, and fair settlements.
- Aftercare & reinstatement – supporting clients with land reinstatement and  remedial works post-acquisition.
Why choose Baileys & Partners
Clients choose Baileys & Partners for our deep understanding of compulsory purchase law, personal service, and proven results. Our chartered surveyors act principally for landowners and occupiers, providing advice which is entirely independent.
We combine technical expertise with rural insight to identify all heads of claim and maximise compensation. With strong negotiation skills, local knowledge, and a commitment to protecting our clients’ rights, Baileys & Partners consistently delivers fair settlements and peace of mind during a challenging process.
