Norwich, NR3
Key Features
- Available Now
- Great Investment Opportunity In Prime Location
- Planning Permission Approved - 7 New Dwellings
- Rare & Unique Opportunity
- Approximate GIA: 511 sqm
- Freehold
Description
Exciting Development Opportunity in the Heart of Norwich.
Offered to market with the benefit of full planning permission granted. Planning permission approved for erection of 7 dwellings.
18/00077/F - Land at Waggon and Horses Lane Norwich NR3 1HP
SUMMARY:
A prime development plot centrally located at Waggon and Horses Lane, Norwich NR3 1HP, presenting an exceptional opportunity to create seven contemporary dwellings. With planning permission already secured and essential pre-construction activities completed, this project offers the potential for excellent investment returns in a sought-after city centre location.
FULL DESCRIPTION:
Perfectly positioned within Norwich’s vibrant city centre, this exceptional plot at Waggon and Horses Lane is a rare find for developers and investors. Formerly home to the Dell Ballroom dance studio, planning permission (Ref: 18/00077/F) has been fully approved for the erection of seven contemporary dwellings. 2x 2bed house 1x 1bed house, 2x 1 and 2x1 bed flats .
The addition of houses on the site is very unusual for this city centre location and will be very sought after.
The approved design includes carefully considered residential units spread across multiple floors with an internal Gross Internal Area (GIA) of approximately 511 square metres. The planned development integrates sympathetically into the local urban landscape while bringing a modern and attractive residential offering to the area.
Location & Area: Situated centrally within Norwich, this plot offers future residents unparalleled convenience, being just moments walk from the city's extensive range of amenities, cultural venues, shops, restaurants, and public transport connections. Norwich's vibrant atmosphere, coupled with its historical charm, continues to drive strong residential demand.
Planning & Infrastructure: Planning permission includes detailed conditions ensuring the quality of the development, including specifications for external materials, landscaping, and environmental considerations such as bat surveys, ensuring all heritage and ecological aspects are respectfully managed.
The demolition and archaeological survey have already been completed, so there are no further restrictions preventing the start of construction. There is a requirement to consult Building Control regarding protection of the listed rear wall on the neighbouring property, with Condition 1 having already been satisfied.
Additionally, there is a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) liability of £53,552.34 payable to Norwich City Council, providing infrastructure support to the wider community upon commencement of development.
Important Information for Buyers:
Approved planning application number: 18/00077/F
Full CIL liability of £53,552.34, payable in one instalment 60 days after commencement.
Demolition and archaeological survey completed; no further pre-construction restrictions.
Building Control consultation required regarding the listed rear wall.
Tenure & Pricing: The property is offered on a freehold basis, with an asking price of £325,000.
Summary of Key Points:
Central Norwich location
Planning permission for 7 dwellings. 2x 2bed house 1x 1bed house, 2x 1 and 2x1 bed flats
Approximate GIA: 511 sqm
Community Infrastructure Levy: £53,552.34
Essential pre-construction activities completed
Asking Price: £325,000 (freehold)
Contact My House today to secure this unique development opportunity in one of Norwich's most desirable areas.
Tenure:
Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
80 Mbps
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- HD streaming
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- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Charles Darwin Primary School549 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 465
- Type
- Free schools
- Magdalen Gates Primary School823 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 194
- Type
- Community school
- The Free School Norwich874 metresOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 180
- Type
- Free schools
- Bignold Primary School and Nursery0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 399
- Type
- Academy converter
- George White Junior School0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 218
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Jane Austen College342 metresOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,085
- Type
- Free schools
- Notre Dame High School, Norwich976 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,613
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Sewell Park Academy1.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 775
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Hewett Academy1.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 543
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Open Academy1.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 529
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
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Green space
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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