Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline
Is Your Land Affected by the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline?
If your property is along the proposed route of the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline, you may be affected by one of the largest new natural gas infrastructure projects in Australia. The 833-kilometre pipeline will pass through Narrabri, Gunnedah, Liverpool Plains, and the Upper Hunter regions, potentially affecting rural and semi-rural properties along the corridor.
Compulsory land acquisition for large infrastructure projects can be stressful, but with expert advice, you can protect your rights and secure fair outcomes.
What is the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline?
The Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline is an underground natural gas pipeline that will connect the Wallumbilla Gas Supply Hub in Queensland to Newcastle and Sydney markets in New South Wales.
Running from Wallumbilla, Queensland to Newcastle, NSW, the project involves building around 833 kilometres of underground pipeline infrastructure. The planned route will pass through several local government areas, including Narrabri, Gunnedah, Liverpool Plains, and the Upper Hunter regions.
Key features of the project include:
- Underground natural gas transmission pipeline with hydrogen transport capability
- Easements across private rural and semi-rural land
- Offtake points at various regional towns along the route
- Ongoing maintenance access requirements
- Potential impacts on land use and property value
This pipeline may result in compulsory acquisition for affected landowners along the proposed route.
What is Compulsory Land Acquisition?
Compulsory acquisition happens when government authorities acquire private land for public infrastructure projects like the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline. This process makes sure that the government can secure the land needed for development. While compulsory acquisition is a legal process, there are strict guidelines to make sure property owners are treated fairly and compensated appropriately.
The compulsory acquisition process includes:
- Notification: The acquiring authority provides notice that your land is required for a public project.
- Valuation: Independent valuations are conducted to determine the market value of your property and any additional entitlements.
- Negotiation: The government makes an initial compensation offer, which can be reviewed and contested if necessary.
- Compensation and Settlement: Once an agreement is reached, compensation is paid, and the property is transferred to the government.
- Dispute Resolution: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, legal action may be required.
Understanding your rights and entitlements during the compulsory acquisition process is important to securing the best possible outcome.
How Does Hones Lawyers Help Property Owners?
Hones Lawyers focuses on supporting landowners through the confusing process of compulsory acquisition for NSW infrastructure projects. If your property is facing impact from the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline, our experienced team delivers comprehensive legal guidance throughout the entire process:
- Process Clarity: We explain each stage from initial notifications through to final agreements, ensuring you understand your position and options at every step.
- Maximising Compensation: Our team works closely with you to secure the full market compensation for your property, including any additional payments for disruption or relocation expenses.
- Skilled Advocacy: We represent your interests during all negotiations with government bodies and project developers to achieve the best compensation outcomes.
- Conflict Resolution: If you are not able to agree on compensation, we provide expert guidance through dispute resolution or court proceedings to protect your interests.
Facing property acquisition for major infrastructure developments like the Santos Hunter Gas Pipeline can feel daunting, but professional support makes all the difference. If your land is impacted by this acquisition process, contact Hones Lawyers today for the compensation and legal assistance you deserve.
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