GUIDELINES FOR DISCRETIONARY PURCHASE OF LAND IN ADVANCE OF THE START OF WORK ON THE NEW TYNE CROSSING
Introduction
The Tyne
and Wear Passenger Transport Authority (the "TWPTA") proposes to
construct a new tunnel beneath the River Tyne (the "New Tyne Crossing
"). In order to do this the TWPTA is applying for powers of compulsory
acquisition in relation to a specific area. Within those areas the TWPTA will
be able to decide whether it acquires property. However, outside those areas
the TWPTA does not intend to purchase further property and cannot be made
to do so. However, if your enjoyment of your home is seriously affected by
the proposal for the New Tyne Crossing, you may ask the TWPTA to buy it even
if it is not needed for the proposed scheme. The TWPTA will have a discretion
as to whether it buys your property. These guidelines explain the requirements
you must fulfil before the TWPTA considers whether to buy your property.
The
complete document and application form can be downloaded
here (Microsoft Word - 58kb)