G & B Compressor Hire Limited v The Greater London Authority

G & B Compressor Hire Limited v The Greater London Authority

Claimant failed to prove compensable loss of profits or feasibility of expansion at reference land; increased operating costs largely offset by value for money at relocation premises; only limited losses during temporary relocation, professional fees, partial operating costs, and agreed occupier's loss payment are recoverable.

Parties
Claimant: G & B Compressor Hire Limited; Acquiring Authority: The Greater London Authority
Jurisdiction
England and Wales
Judgment Date
22 June 2015
Procedural Posture
Compulsory Acquisition Compensation Reference / Final Determination and Costs Addendum
Outcome
Claim for compensation largely dismissed; limited compensation awarded.
Legal Topics
Disturbance Compensation, Loss of Profits, Value for Money Principle, Professional Fees, Relocation Costs
Land Law Compulsory Acquisition Compensation Disturbance Compensation Loss of Profits Value for Money Principle Professional Fees Relocation Costs

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Parties

G & B Compressor Hire Limited

Claimant

The Greater London Authority

Acquiring Authority

Procedural Posture

Compulsory Acquisition Compensation Reference / Final Determination and Costs Addendum

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether claimant suffered compensable loss of profits due to compulsory acquisition
  2. 2 Whether increased operating costs at relocation premises are compensable
  3. 3 Whether losses from delayed expansion into new business streams are recoverable

Ratio Decidendi

Claimant failed to prove compensable loss of profits or feasibility of expansion at reference land; increased operating costs largely offset by value for money at relocation premises; only limited losses during temporary relocation, professional fees, partial operating costs, and agreed occupier's loss payment are recoverable.

Court Disposition

Claim for compensation largely dismissed; limited compensation awarded.

Orders

  • Compensation determined at £671,004, less advance payments of £387,304.
  • Professional fees allowed at £190,923.