It is only possible to seek compensation for the impact of overhead electricity cables and pylons on the value of a property if the lines physically cross your land and a wayleave agreement (a temporary agreement allowing the lines to be where they are) exists between the electricity company and the land that your property sits on. Very few of our clients know whether this is the case, it is something that we can determine for you. As soon as we determine this the following process takes place:

1. Instruct PCC
2. PCC carries out valuation report and assessment of the value of any potential claim
3. PCC informs client of property valuation figure and realistic claim amount
4. PCC submits claim to electricity company
5. Electricity company carries out valuation report of the property
6. Negotiations regarding claim value begin
7. Client accepts claim amount
8. Solicitors are instructed (all reasonable legal expenses are paid for by the electricity company)
9. Easement is drawn up and signed by both parties
10. Compensation is paid to the clients solicitor who subsequently pays client and PCC appropriately

NB it should be noted that the above process can take anything from six months onwards