1. Signing Is Final – You May Lose the Right to Claim More Later

Once you sign a compensation agreement, it is generally final and binding. Even if you later discover that your property had special value or was undervalued, you may no longer have the right to appeal or take the matter to court.

Advice: Do not sign any documents related to the Mamre Road or Elizabeth Drive property acquisitionuntil you’ve received legal and valuation advice from FM Legal.

2. Understand What Is and Isn’t Included in the Offer

Your compensation may involve more than just market value. Ensure your offer includes:

✅ Market value of the land being acquired

✅ Special value (e.g. if the land supports a business or has sentimental use)

✅ Disturbance costs (relocation expenses, legal and valuation fees)

✅ Economic loss (e.g. lost business revenue)

✅ Loss of future use or development potential

These are key areas where landowners on Elizabeth Drive or Mamre Road are often short-changed during the road widening compensation process.

3. You Can and Should Negotiate the Offer

You are not obligated to accept the initial offer. The acquiring authority must negotiate in good faith. With the right strategy and expert input from FM Legal, you can push for maximum compensation for your Elizabeth Drive or Mamre Road resumption.

Tip: Learn how to negotiate an Elizabeth Drive acquisition offer by engaging expert legal support as early as possible.

4. Get Independent Legal and Valuation Advice – It’s Covered!

Do not rely solely on the acquiring authority’s valuation or legal documents. You have the right to:

• Engage a solicitor experienced in compulsory acquisition in Sydney, like FM Legal

• Obtain a report from an independent property valuer, recommended by FM Legal

These professional fees can typically be claimed as part of your disturbance compensation and are paid on top of your settlement.

FM Legal never takes a portion of your compensation.