Housing and land

What compensation applies when housing is taken for state needs?

Huquqchi legal team

The state takes housing for state needs only in the procedure that the law sets, and only with preliminary equivalent compensation. At the owner's choice, the state gives other equivalent housing, or pays in full the market value of the house, the buildings, and the right to the land plot.

The main guarantee

Under article 47 of the Constitution, no one can be deprived of their home except by a court decision and in accordance with the law. An owner who is deprived of the home receives preliminary and equivalent compensation for the cost of the housing and for the losses.

Forms of compensation

Under article 27 of the Housing Code, at the owner's choice and by agreement of the parties:

If the market value of the demolished house is higher than the value of the housing that is given, the difference is paid to the owner. Other losses that the owner carries are also compensated.

Valuation

A valuation organisation determines the market value. Get your own valuation from an independent valuer. If the sum offered is below the market value, support your position with documents.

If you do not agree

Under article 206 of the Civil Code, if the owner does not agree, the decision cannot be executed until a court resolves the dispute. Demolition is not allowed until the losses are compensated in advance and in full at market value.

Legal sources

Legal basisHousing Code, article 27 Legal basisCivil Code, article 206 Legal basisConstitution, article 47

This article gives legal information, not legal advice. For your own situation, consult a qualified lawyer.