Newsteer advised the London Borough of Wandsworth on appropriation and Section 203 compensation matters associated with the redevelopment of Northcote Library, helping address third-party rights and progress claims arising from a scheme delivering a new library, community centre and 16 homes.
The client’s challenge
The redevelopment of Northcote Library required a range of third-party property rights to be considered as part of the appropriation process. These included rights of way, rights of use and rights to light, with resulting compensation claims requiring assessment and negotiation.
Our solution
Newsteer advised the London Borough of Wandsworth across the promotion of s.203 appropriation powers, engagement with affected parties and s.204 valuations and compensation assessments.
Beyond advice: how we added value
Acting as the appointed compensation adviser for compensation issues, Newsteer helped the Council budget, manage and settle claims arising from the redevelopment in a coordinated way.
Outcomes and impact
Development was appropriated reducing delivery risk and costs. Successfully negotiated and completed a number of compensation claims associated with the redevelopment supporting the delivered a new library, community centre and 16 homes.
