Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade | Transport for NSW
Is Your Land Affected by the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade?
If your property is along the proposed route of the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade, which stretches 20 kilometres along the Princes Highway between Jervis Bay Road and Sussex Inlet Road on the NSW South Coast, you may be affected by new highway upgrades in NSW. It’s essential to understand what this could mean for your home or land.
Compulsory land acquisition for major infrastructure projects can be overwhelming for property owners, but with the right expert advice, you can protect your rights and secure fair compensation and outcomes
What is the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade?
This project is a substantial highway upgrade focused on increasing both safety and making traffic improvements along the Princes Highway corridor. This development will form part of a $1.9 billion investment by the Australian and NSW governments to transform the Princes Highway between Nowra and the Victorian border.
Starting from Jervis Bay Road through to Sussex Inlet Road, this project will be 20 kilometres of highway improvements. Key parts of this upgrade will include:
- Four-lane highway expansion with central safety barriers
- Purpose-built service roads ensuring continued local access
- Modern overpass construction at Hawken Road for enhanced connectivity
- Advanced safety infrastructure to eliminate head-on collision risks
- Required easements through private residential and rural properties
- Permanent maintenance access provisions
- Possible effects on existing land usage and property valuations
This significant highway development may require the compulsory acquisition of your land or property.

What is Compulsory Land Acquisition?
Compulsory acquisition occurs when government bodies need to acquire public properties for public projects, such as the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade. While compulsory acquisition follows a legal process, regulations have been put in place to make sure property owners get fair treatment and the compensation they are entitled to.
The compulsory acquisition journey generally involves:
- Notice Period: The government will formally advise that your property is needed for the public project.
- Property Assessment: Qualified property valuers will assess your property’s market worth and calculate additional entitlements.
- Settlement Discussions: Government representatives will present their initial offer, which you can review and dispute.
- Final Agreement: After reaching acceptable terms, compensation is provided and ownership transfers to the authority.
- Appeals Process: If you cannot agree on compensation, you may need to take legal action
Knowing your legal position and compensation rights throughout compulsory acquisition proceedings is vital for achieving optimal outcomes.
How Does Hones Lawyers Help Property Owners?
At Hones Lawyers, we focus on helping property owners navigate the complex and confusing compulsory acquisition journey for NSW government projects. If your property will face impact from the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade, our experienced team delivers end-to-end legal support throughout:
- Process Guidance: We explain each stage from initial contact through to final resolution, ensuring you understand your position at every step.
- Maximising Compensation: Our lawyers work with you to help secure full market compensation plus any additional payments for moving expenses and other financial impacts.
- Professional Advocacy: We represent your interests directly with Transport for NSW to negotiate the strongest possible settlement for your circumstances.
- Legal Resolution: If we need to, we will provide skilled representation through mediation and court proceedings to protect your rights.
Facing property acquisition for major projects like the Jervis Bay Road to Sussex Inlet Road Upgrade can feel daunting, but professional support makes all the difference. If your property lies within the project area, contact Hones Lawyers today to secure the compensation and representation you deserve.
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