Waterworks Lane, Hooton, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH66

*For sale via secure sale online bidding: terms and conditions apply.*

We are pleased to offer to auction this prime development opportunity on B5133 Hooton Road adjacent to Hooton main line railway station, and within easy reach of Junction 5 of the M53 motorway. The property benefits from its proximity to new residential housing developments, making it a highly desirable location for future development.

Previously granted planning consent in 2014 for the construction of 24 one and two-bedroom apartments (now expired), this site offers significant potential for redevelopment into sought-after residential properties. The excellent transport connections and nearby amenities further enhance the attractiveness of this development opportunity.

The property includes warehouse/retail premises and office spaces, with ample parking and storage facilities. We have been advised the size of warehouse is The ground floor size is 10,000 square feet approx
Second floor 10,000 square feet approx with 3 offices
Third floor 2,000 square feet approx

Disclaimer: All potential buyers are advised to conduct their own investigations regarding the planning and development potential of the site.

Please note we have not inspected this property.

Location

The site is ideally situated on B5133 Hooton Road, adjacent to Hooton main line railway station, and within easy reach of Junction 5 of the M53 motorway. The property benefits from its proximity to new residential housing developments, making it a highly desirable location for future development.

Site Details

This prime plot of land, approximately 0.75 acres in size, currently comprises Cane House, a large warehouse/retail premises, and a smaller unit known as The Offices on Waterworks Lane. The site also includes car parking and storage areas.

Tenure

Freehold. Title number CH458542.

Planning

The site was granted planning consent for 24 apartments in 2014, though this consent has since expired.

Additional Information

For further information please contact our office direct on , or alternatively via e-mail on . With regards to viewing the subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment through Keith Pattinson Commercial department. Please contact us to arrange an internal inspection, or to register your interest.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.