7. How will NZTA deal with me if I own property that's needed for the project?
NZTA will negotiate with you on a willing-buyer, willing-seller basis to purchase your property at market value. We will pay for your valuer as well as legal fees involved in the transaction. We will also contribute to your removal costs.
NZTA purchases land through an independent agent to ensure transparency and fairness. Compensation for directly affected landowners and occupiers will be provided under the Public Works Act. Further detail of this process is available in the publication "Landowner's Rights - when the Crown requires your land for a Public Work" available from Land Information New Zealand.