The order of the day
Language: English Series: Estates Gazette ; (0737) 15 September 2007, 230-231(2)Publication details: 2007Subject(s):- TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990
- PLANNING AND COMPULSORY PURCHASE ACT 2004
- PLANNING WHITE PAPER 2007
- ACQUISITION OF LAND ACT 1981
- LOCAL GOVERNMENT MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS ACT 1976
- LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 2000
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- ENVIRONMENTAL AND LAND CONSULTANCY-PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT-COMPULSORY PURCHASE AND COMPENSATION
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L140382 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 140383-1001 |
Mainly for Students article describes the importance of compulsory purchase powers for public bodies. These powers enable planning authorities, utilities companies and regeneration agencies to carry out their statutory functions. The powers may be used when development promotes economic, social or environmental well-being. Compulsory purchase has traditionally been used as a last resort. More recently it is being seen as a vital tool for ensuring that regeneration is carried out. The process incorporates a timetable which can help to provide greater certainty.