RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE Land off North Road, South Kilworth, LEICESTERSHIRE
Land off North Road, South Kilworth, LEICESTERSHIRE An opportunity to acquire approx. 1.62 ha (4.00 ac) of residential development land with outline planning permission for 25 dwellings Location The development site is located on the edge of the Leicestershire village of South Kilworth. The sought-after location provides a rural setting, surrounded by attractive countryside, that benefits from access to local services and excellent commuter links. Rugby railway station is situated approx. 9 miles from the site, with direct trains to Birmingham (in under 40mins) and London (in approx. 50mins), as well as providing access to the wider rail network. The site also has good access to the A14, M1 and M6 with the recently upgraded Catthorpe Motorway Interchange only 4 miles to the west, enabling easy access to Leicester, Nottingham, Northampton and further afield. South Kilworth is ideally placed with regards to access to Market Harborough (located 9 miles to the east) and Lutterworth (located 5 miles to the west). Market Harborough and Lutterworth provide a wide range of local amenities and a wealth of retail, leisure, commercial and employment opportunities. South Kilworth itself is home to a Primary School, a public house, butchers and local recreational facilities. Kilworth House Hotel & Theatre and Kilworth Springs Golf Course are both located within a few miles of the village. In addition, there are convenience stores located at petrol stations in North Kilworth and Walcote, both within 3 miles of the site.
Planning The development site is located on the eastern edge of South Kilworth, with access directly off North Road. The development area extends to approximately 1.62 ha (4.00 acres), currently comprising a single field of agricultural land. The land is enclosed by well-established mature hedgerows and scattered trees to its boundaries. Granted via Planning Committee at Harborough District Council, the site has the benefit of outline planning permission (ref. 16/00925/OUT) for residential development of 25 dwellings including on-site affordable housing provision, open space and infrastructure (access to be considered). The above planning application was accompanied by an illustrative layout (see adjacent), therefore a reserved matters scheme reflecting similar principles of design should also receive officer support. The granting of permission is subject to a number of planning conditions, which are identified within the decision notice attached within the information pack. A range of technical studies have been undertaken, which are available upon request. Affordable Housing The approved development scheme is subject to a requirement of 40% on-site affordable housing. Harborough District Council confirmed an approved mix as follows: 2 x 2 bedroom bungalow (on a 1 for 2 basis) 4 x 2 bedroom houses 2 x 3 bedroom houses. Section 106 Agreement A Section 106 Agreement has been negotiated and is available upon request. Interested parties are invited to review the agreement in full as all obligations under the S106 are to be of the full responsibility of the Purchaser upon legal completion and the Purchaser is to indemnify the Seller against any future costs or liabilities. Illustrative Layout (not to scale)
Method of Sale The site is being offered FOR SALE by way of informal tender, with a preference for unconditional offers. Any conditional offers are required to clearly specify any conditions attached. Purchasers are invited to submit offers in writing (or letter format via email) by 12:00 noon on Friday 15 th September 2017, clearly marked Tender Land off North Road, South Kilworth F.A.O. Planning & Development. Tenders should be for a sum certain and expressed in pounds sterling. Bidders are asked to provide a summary of any abnormal cost assumptions used in formulating their proposals All offers will be acknowledged. It is intended that 2-3 preferred bidders will be shortlisted and then invited to submit best and final net bids. The vendors reserve the right to reject any or all offers. Overage Interested parties should note that the vendors have the right to impose an overage on unit numbers/coverage and a sales value overage and are requested to provide details of the same within their bid submissions. Tenure The land will be sold freehold, with vacant possession given on legal completion. Wayleaves, Covenants, Easements & Rights of Way The land is to be sold subject to all wayleaves, easements, covenants and rights of way, whether disclosed or not. An agricultural access track along the southern boundary will be retained. Legal Costs Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs. Value AddedTax Please note the vendor reserves the right to charge VAT and this will be payable by the purchaser on legal completion in addition to the purchase price. The VAT will be recoverable by the purchaser in the usual manner. Viewings Any person in possession of these particulars may view the site during daylight hours. Agent s Note For clarification, Andrew Granger & Co wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these particulars as a general guide. Local Authority Harborough District Council The Symington Building Adam and Eve Street Market Harborough Leicestershire LE16 7AG Tel: 01858 828282 Further Information For any further enquiries with regard to the land, please contact the agents: Andrew Granger & Co Phoenix House 52 High Street Market Harborough Leicestershire LE16 7AF Contact: Stephen Mair Tel: 01858 439090 Fax: 01858 439091 Email: stephen.mair@andrewgranger.co.uk
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