When a neighbouring structure or use unlawfully extends onto your land, you may be entitled to compensation or even removal of the encroachment. At Sydney Property Valuers, we specialise in assessing the financial impact of property encroachments and providing expert valuation reports to support resolution, compensation claims, or legal action.
Encroachments can arise from boundary misplacements, unauthorised building works, overhanging structures, or long-standing usage errors. Whether you’re a landowner affected by an encroachment or a party seeking to retain an encroaching structure with compensation, our team provides independent, market-based valuations in line with relevant property laws and court expectations.
An encroachment occurs when a structure (like a wall, footing, balcony, or driveway) extends beyond the legal boundary and onto a neighbouring property without agreement or legal title.
Yes. Under state legislation, courts may order the encroaching party to pay compensation, modify or remove the structure, or adjust the boundary.
Compensation is typically based on the market value of the affected land and the impact the encroachment has on the property’s use, access, privacy or development potential.
Yes. Our valuers are experienced in preparing court-compliant reports and can appear as expert witnesses in property-related legal matters.
Yes. We provide independent valuations for either party in a dispute — including those seeking to retain structures by agreement or compensation.
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