Land Off Hughes Lane, Malpas, Cheshire, SY14

Description

PLANNING & STRATEGIC CONTEXT
The land is situated within the administrative area of Cheshire West and Chester Council, the Local Planning Authority responsible for planning decisions in the area. The site falls within the adopted Cheshire West and Chester Local Plan (Part One) Strategic Policies and Cheshire West and Chester Local Plan (Part Two) Land Allocations and Detailed Policies, which together form the statutory development plan. Malpas is identified as a Key Service Centre, where there is a presumption in favour of sustainable development within defined settlement boundaries.

Cheshire West and Chester faces increasing pressure to deliver higher housing numbers under revised national policy. As a designated Key Service Centre, Malpas is expected to accommodate growth well beyond previous minimum targets, with potential for this to increase further over time. In this context, sites within the settlement boundary are strategically important. Land at Hughes Lane is well located, policy-aligned and adjacent to existing services, representing a clear and deliverable development opportunity.

Pre-application discussions with the Council have confirmed that the principle of development is acceptable. The site accords with local planning policy and relevant neighbourhood planning considerations, with strong demographic support, particularly for retirement and care-led uses. Feedback has focused on design rather than principle, with technical matters such as access and heritage capable of resolution, placing the site in a strong planning position.

The site offers flexibility across a range of potential uses, including retirement or care accommodation, boutique executive housing, or a wider residential scheme, subject to planning.

HIGH-QUALITY PLACEMAKING
The site presents an opportunity for a design-led scheme that reflects and reinforces the established character of Malpas, delivering a high-quality, attractive and functional environment. There is scope to incorporate well-defined street frontages, landscaped areas creating a cohesive development that promotes a strong sense of place.

STRONG MARKET DEMAND
Malpas continues to experience sustained housing demand, supported by its range of local amenities, schooling and overall quality of life. The site offers the opportunity to meet this demand in a sustainable and policy-compliant manner.

SENSITIVE INTEGRATION
The site is well-related to the existing built form of the village, allowing for a logical and sympathetic extension that integrates effectively with surrounding development. A carefully considered layout can provide a clear transition to the surrounding area, ensuring the scheme sits comfortably within its context while maintaining the character of the wider settlement.

DATA ROOM
A comprehensive suite of historic technical reports, including highways, drainage, ecology and heritage, is available within the data room, providing a strong baseline and supporting deliverability. Please contact the agents for access to the dataroom.

RIGHTS OF WAY, WAYLEAVES AND EASEMENTS
The site is sold subject to all Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements whether or not they are defined in the marketing material.

VAT
Any price quoted or discussed is exclusive of VAT. In the event that a sale of the Property, or any part thereof, or any right to it becomes a chargeable supply for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable in addition to the sale price and interested parties must factor this in as part of any offer.

PLANS, SCHEDULES AND BOUNDARIES
The plans and schedules within these particulars are provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct, but accuracy is not guaranteed. The Purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all the boundaries and extent of ownership. Neither the Vendor nor their Agent will be responsible for defining boundaries or the ownership thereof.

COSTS
The Purchaser will be responsible for their own legal and surveying costs in relation to the transaction.

METHOD OF SALE
The Property is offered for sale by private treaty.

TENURE
FREEHOLD with Vacant Possession. Title Number: CH536845 & CH674437

PRICE
Offers are invited on an Unconditional and Conditional basis for the sale of the site.

Interested parties are requested to submit offers including the following details:

1. Precise and full purchaser details including track record of similar opportunities.
2. Offer details. Conditions and proposal scheme.
3. Proposed timescales.
4. Confirmation of internal approval procedure.
5. Solicitor contact details.
6. Proof of Funding.

FOR SALE

2.044 ACRE SITE

POLICY ALIGNED DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITHIN ONE OF CHESHIRE'S MOST DESIRABLE VILLAGES