Development Opportunity

WITH PLANNING PERMISSION IN PLACE FOR PART CONVERSION OF AN EXISTING BARN TO CREATE FIVE DWELLINGS CHURCH & HAWES ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO SECURE THE "MESSING PARK FARM DEVELOPMENT". The plot itself is approaching 1.4 acres and at present includes a Detached Three Bedroom Bungalow and two c10,000 agricultural sheds one with planning for part conversion to the five new dwellings. In addition to the Barn conversion planning has also been granted to demolish the existing Bungalow and replace this with a c1,600 sqft detached chalet. Since the original planning was granted, the seller has also applied for planning permission for the demolition of both the existing Barns which would be replaced by FIVE individual detached dwellings which at this stage has gone to appeal with the outcome not yet decided.

This existing Detached Bungalow comprises of Three Bedrooms, a Sitting Room, Kitchen/Diner, Bathroom and Utility Room. This could be easily sectioned off from the rest of the development as we are informed there could acess to this from a former road access.

Overview - A rare opportunity to secure a unique site with planning already granted to convert part of an existing barn into Five residential dwellings. The site measures approx. 1.4 acres with a Three Bedroom Detcahed bungalow currently situated to the front. The seller has also applied for the demolition of the existing Barns to be replaced by Five individual detached dwellings but this scheme was sent to appeal in November 2021 (we are informed current appeal to decision timescale is approximately 12 months).

Existing Bungalow Particulars -

Rear Lobby - Entrance door to front access to further accommotion including:

Utility Room - 3.66m x 2.44m (12' x 8'0) - Double glazed window, space and plumbing for washing machine.

Cloakroom - Low level w.c., wash hand basin.

Kitchen/Diner - 5.92m x 3.28m (19'5 x 10'9) - Double glazed windows, range of matching units, tiled floor, stainless steel sink/drainer unit, four ring electric hob with extractor.

Bathroom - 2.84m x 1.93m (9'4 x 6'4) - Obscure double glazed window, panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, low level w.c., tiled floor.

Bedroom - 3.78m x 3.40m (12'5 x 11'2 ) - Double glazed window radiator.

Bedroom - 4.57m x 3.20m (15'0 x 10'6) - Double glazed window, radiator.

Entrance Hall - Two double glazed windows to front, part glazed entrance door to front, tiled floor.

Sitting Room - 3.58m x 4.57m (11'9 x 15'0) - Double glazed windows, radiator, televison point, feature fireplace.

Bedroom - 3.28m x 3.25m (10'9 x 10'8) - Double glazed window, radiator.

Exterior - The bungalow is located towards the front of the plot and currently features a large frontage and rear garden. We understand that there is a further former access to the plot which could be reinstated to form independent access to the bungalow.

Barn Conversion: Scheme Currently Approved - Permission to convert part of one of the existing barns into five two bedroom residential dwellings. Each unit will incorporate two bedrooms, a bathroom and ensuite and a contemporary living space. These units will be a block of terraced homes and each unit would be approximately 1,070 sqft.

Erection Of Detached Dwelling: At Appeal - Planning permission to demolish the existing barns and erect Five detached two bedroom dwellings following three different house types varying in size from 1,000 sqft to approx 1,120 sqft.

Erection Of New Replacement Chalet - Planning has been approved to demolish the existing bungalow and replace it with a Three Bedroom Detached chalet with an approximate floor area of 1,600 sqft. This property would feature, two first floor bedrooms and a family bathroom, a further ground floor bedroom and shower room, an open plan Kitchen/Living Room and further rececption room.

Planning Application Numbers - Planning 1 Barn Conversion: 200615
Planning 2 Erection of 5 detached dwellings: 212300
Demolition of existing bungalow and replacement: 193006

The associated documents can be found on the planning portal on Colchester Borough Council Website.

Agents Notes 1 - We strongly suggest that when considering this development you seek independent advice from your solicitor, surveyor or planning consultants. We cannot offer any assurances that the scheme of development currently going through the appeal process will definitely be granted.

Agents Note - These particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All measurements are approximate. No responsibility is accepted as to the accuracy of these particulars or statements made by our staff concerning the above property. We have not tested any apparatus or equipment therefore cannot verify that they are in good working order. Any intending purchaser must satisfy him/herself as to the correctness of such statements within these particulars. All negotiations to be conducted through Church and Hawes. No enquiries have been made with the local authorities pertaining to planning permission or building regulations. Any buyer should seek verification from their legal representative or surveyor.



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