Expropriation and Appraisement

Expropriation and appraisement processes occur mainly when the state or municipality must acquire property in order to build infrastructure. These processes can effect both private persons and business, and the land acquisition can include everything from the entire property, including buildings, to only a small portion of a plot. In addition, private landowners can request expropriation in some cases, e.g. according to the Public Roads Act. Expropriation and appraisement is therefore a nuanced field that often addresses complex issues. Additionally, the process can be perceived as troublesome for those who must involuntarily sell their property.

We assist landowners in all types of cases related to expropriation and appraisement, both individuals and businesses. We have broad expertise and extensive experience in consulting, negotiations, conflict resolution, and regularly litigate appraisement cases in court.

We assisted a large group of landowners regarding the construction of the new airport at Gardermoen, and numerous other landowners concerning various railway developments. Our lawyers also have a wide range of experience with the expropriation of commercial property.

Our lawyers now assist the majority of landowners affected by the building of the new E18 in Bærum municipality, as well as a variety of landowners and enterprises which are affected by the development of the Follo railway. Additionally, we regularly assist landowners with so-called strip abstentions.

Landowners can request that the costs of necessary legal assistance resulting from property infringement be covered by the state or municipality.

We assist with:

• Defining and research during the start-up phase of the process
• Advising in all phases
• Negotiations with the state and municipality on behalf of the landowner
• Litigation for appraisement rights in all types of appraisement cases
• Private appraisement processes