Utilities

Easements and Wayleaves Acquisition

Easements and Wayleaves for new and existing pipelines, overhead electricity lines and cables is the focus of our expertise. The Practice has more than thirty years experience in this sector with clients including national utility providers and utility contractors.

IHCS Ltd. acts only for utility and other companies seeking interests over land. It does not act for landowners or tenants and consequently there is no conflict of interest.

We provide the following services for Easement and Wayleaves acquisition:-

Full Project Management & Support Services.
Negotiation of easements across commercial and agricultural property.
Landowner and tenant referencing.
Landowner and tenant liaison.
Preparation of easement/wayleave plans.
Management of land reinstatement issues.
Settlement of compensation claims.
Instruction and management of land agents.
Land Acquisition.
Negotiation of terms for acquisition or lease of land for sites.
Management of land reinstatement issues.
Renewal of site leases and rent reviews.
Advice on the legal need for easements/wayleaves and consents.
Interpreting existing legal agreements.
Advice on the legal requirements of infrastructure owners.
Advice and preparation of legal documentation.
Managing the legal process through to completed documents.