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Compensation based on diminution in value

Language: English Series: Estates Gazette Case Summaries ; (1993) EGCS 56 (3/4/93) (1)Publication details: 1993Subject(s): Summary: "Wrotham Park Settled Estates v Hertsmere BC" CA 17 March 1993. The local authority developed land in breach of a restrictive covenant. The claimants sought compensation based on the difference in value of the land as developed in accordance with the covenant and as it was actually developed. CA upheld LT`s basis of compensation on the diminution of value of the claimants` estate.

"Wrotham Park Settled Estates v Hertsmere BC" CA 17 March 1993. The local authority developed land in breach of a restrictive covenant. The claimants sought compensation based on the difference in value of the land as developed in accordance with the covenant and as it was actually developed. CA upheld LT`s basis of compensation on the diminution of value of the claimants` estate.