Rights of Way

How to apply

Applicants must contact Council's Valuations Co-ordinator who will discuss the procedure for purchasing right of ways. The circumstances of each application varies and as such there are no set procedures. However, Council must follow the general processes set out in the Local Government Act.

Timeframe

Applications involve a rigorous consultation process within Council departments; various User Authorities, Utilities, and more importantly all effected parties and adjoining owners. Generally an application can take up to 3 to 8 months to complete.

Costs

Applicants must pay all legal costs together with the market value of the land.

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Further information

Valuations Unit
Collingwood Town Hall
140 Hoddle St Abbotsford
Telephone 9205 5270, 9205 5272
Email info@yarracity.vic.gov.au

Links

Within this site
Yarra City Council

External sites (Yarra City Council accepts no responsibility for the information or opinions contained within external sites)
Victoria Online

Information supplied by: Electronic communications & design officer - 9205 5214

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