Land for sale

Development Site For 19 Dwellings, Cullompton EX15

The site


The development opportunity comprises c. 1.5 acres of land, currently occupied by a former indoor bowls centre and golf clubhouse, which benefits from a grant of detailed planning approval ref. 22/01901/mful (as varied by non-material amendment ref. 24/01412/nma) for the conversion of part of the former buildings to 19 dwellings with associated parking and landscaping. The proposed development is shown on the approved plans to comprise of 12 x flats (2 x 1 bed, 3 x 2 bed and 7 x 3 bed) along with 7 dwellings (2 x 2 bed and 5 x 3 bed). The proposed floor areas of the new dwellings total 1,023sqm (11,010sqft). In addition, included within the sale is a detached cottage which has previously been used both for residential accommodation and commercial use. The scheme also proposes 38 new parking spaces to be created.

To the west of the development site is a further area of land, extending to c. 0.25 ha / 0.6 acres and which is being offered by separate negotiation. Abutting the western boundary of this land is a former golf driving range building.

Interested parties may also wish to consider the site for alternative forms of development given that the precedent of a residential scheme has been established. This may include the demolition of all existing buildings and a 'new build' development scheme, or perhaps alternative uses such as for care facilities etc. All of these would be subject to the requisite consents being approved.
Cullompton


The site is located within easy reach of the town centre and High Street in the market town of Cullompton which offers a good selection of local amenities including Tesco and Aldi supermarket, health and leisure centres, and both junior and senior schools. With junction 28 of the M5 motorway close by, Cullompton has prominent commuter links with the Cathedral City of Exeter and the Somerset town of Taunton. Approximately 5 miles north of town is the main line railway station of Tiverton Parkway.
Method of sale


The freehold site is being offered for sale by private treaty with offers invited in the region of £1,000,000. The additional land area is available by separate negotiation - please contact the Agents to discuss further.
Planning


Detailed planning approval was granted on 1st March 2024 under planning application reference 22/01901/mful for the "Conversion of part of former clubhouse to 19 dwellings and demolition of the remaining building, associated parking and landscaping". A subsequent non-material amendment under application reference 24/01412/nma was approved on 11th October 2024 to "...recolate the internal access road away from the southern boundary, demolish an additional part of the building towards the centre of the site and relocate the internal road through the central area." Copies of the planning documents are available within a planning and technical information pack which can be requested from the Agents.

S106

There are total contributions of £82,303 (index linked) to be paid - please contact the Agents for further information, services

The vendors advise that there is currently an independent electricity supply, foul and surface water drainage serving the existing buildings. A shared mains water supply and gas supply also exists (spurred from the adjacent Hotel).

Interested parties should however make and rely upon their own enquiries of the relevant services providers prior to making any offer.
Viewing


Strictly by appointment only. Please contact klp to arrange a viewing.