We help communities across NSW understand the property acquisition process, provide affected people with access to support services, and work with acquiring authorities to promote fair, transparent and consistent practices.
In focus
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Helpful forms and information
Click here to access forms, guidelines and other information that you may need during the acquisition process.
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Review of land acquisition in NSW
The NSW Government, led by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, is currently conducting a review of the Just Terms Act.
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Property Acquisition Job Opportunities
Working in property acquisition gives you lots of great opportunities to contribute to projects that benefit communities across NSW. If you're making a career change, please consider these current vacancies.
Understanding the property acquisition process
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How property acquisition works
The property acquisition process is designed to be fair, easy to understand and transparent. See the steps involved when your property is being acquired.
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Valuation and compensation
Learn about getting your property or business valued, and the types of compensation available if your property is being acquired.
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Property acquisition standards and principles
All acquisitions should follow these guidelines to make the process fair for you and the community.
Getting support
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Your acquisition support team
Your acquisition support team is there to help you through the acquisition process. They can give you advice and support that is tailored to your needs.
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Property Acquisition Support Line
The support line is a free, independent counselling service that provides emotional and mental health support for people impacted by the property acquisition process.
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Contact us
If you have any questions or require more information, please get in touch with the Centre for Property Acquisition using this online form.
Have your say
Property acquisition survey
Your feedback is important and will help us to identify ways to improve the acquisition process.
Working for you
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About the Centre for Property Acquisition
We deliver services and assistance to acquiring authorities and impacted members of the public.
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Projects and acquiring authorities
Contact details for authorities or projects acquiring property in NSW.
More information
Glossary of property acquisition terms
Find explanations for some of the terms used throughout the property acquisition process.
Property acquisition data
Find key property acquisition data from NSW, including annual acquisition numbers by acquiring authority, location, type of acquisition and acquisition method.
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