A Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) is a statutory order that enables local authorities to purchase property/land for public interest purposes.

This is most commonly related to proposals for future planning and transport developments and can come from local authorities, Kent Highways or Government agencies.

Anyone who has land acquired as part of a CPO is generally entitled to compensation. If you have further enquiries please consult your legal advisor, land agent or contact the Citizen's Advice Bureau.

Please visit the Commmunities and Local Government website for a number of documents related to CPOs.

For more information on Planning developments within the borough please view the Local Development Framework webpage.