The application sought to determine the compensation for land acquired compulsorily. The property was held under a long lease, but was severely dilapidated. Held The condition of the property was relevant both as to loss of rental and as to capital compensation. The valuation must be robust and based upon realistic assessments. The capital value was 7,500. The claimant said that when he learned that the land was to be acquired compulsorily, he had ceased to let it. To make such a claim, the claimant had to show a causal connection. None had been shown.
Citations:
ACQ/117/2001
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Land, Damages
Updated: 12 November 2022; Ref: scu.170278
