Explanatory note

This Order, which applies to Wales, revokes and replaces the Land Compensation Development Order 1974 (“the 1974 Order”).

Article 3 prescribes the procedure for applying for and issuing certificates under section 17 of the Land Compensation Act 1961.

Article 4 prescribes the procedure for those with an interest in the relevant land to obtain information as to such certificates.

Article 5 provides for electronic communication in relation to applications for certificates and requests for information.

Article 6 revokes the 1974 Order in so far as it applies to Wales and provides that any outstanding application for a certificate or request for information about a certificate will have effect as if made or dealt with under this Order.

Article 6 also contains a saving where an appeal has been made prior to the coming into force of this Order and the time limit for providing information contained in article 4(3) of the 1974 Order has not yet expired. In these cases articles 4(3) and (4) of the 1974 Order will continue to apply.

An Impact Assessment has not been prepared in relation to this Order as any impact on the private or voluntary sectors is expected to be negligible.