A rare opportunity to acquire a former agricultural property with lapsed planning consent and land extending to 1.84 hectares (3.65 acres) in all.
The property is situated to the southeast of Torphichen, accessed from the B792 onto Cathlaw Lane. Vehicular entry to the site is currently closed but parking is available next to this for temporary viewing purposes only.
This former agricultural property is bounded by a road to the south and to the west and has a ruinous farm building with hardstanding and a field area. We understand the property was formerly an agricultural property but more recently used as a petrol station. The site extends to approximately 1.84 hectares (3.65 acres).
Planning Permission was obtained in 2020 for residential development which has now lapsed. The immediate land to the east has been developed for high end residential purposes.
The land extends to approximately 1.31 hectares (3.23 acres) in total of Class 5:1 rough grazing. We understand that approximately 1.57 acres is identified as a high risk area of surface flooding according to SEPA Flood Maps. The ruinous buildings and area of hardstanding occupy approximately 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres).
The subjects offer great potential for redevelopment, smallholding or commercial purposes, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.
Location
The development site is situated at the corner of Cathlaw Lane and is a prominent landmark on the Southern gateway to the village of Torphichen.
Transport links include rail connections from Bathgate (2.6 miles) and Linlithgow (4.6miles), as well as Armadale (4 miles) which is a short car journey away, and Polmont and Falkirk provide further connections.
Torphichen is also well placed for national and international air travel: Edinburgh International Airport is less than 20 miles away via the M9, and Glasgow International Airport is equidistant along the M8. The proposed houses would fall into the catchment area for Linlithgow Academy and the local primary school, Torphichen Primary School, is within easy walking distance.
There is a full range of supermarkets and shopping facilities in nea
rby Bathgate and Linlithgow, and The Livingston Designer Outlet is just over 8 miles away. Torphichen itself has a traditional village shop and pub too.
The neighbouring countryside is some of the finest in Central Scotland. The Avon Gorge, Beecraigs, Polkemmet and Muiravonside country parks are within easy access. There are some fascinating walks through the Bathgate hills and in the nearby, historic burgh of Linlithgow with its picturesque palace and loch. Local leisure opportunities include everything from fishing to horse riding and golf. In Bathgate and Linlithgow, you will find well equipped sports centres too.
Accommodation
1.57 Potential flood plain - 0.67 Ha (1.57 Acres)
1.66 Rough Grazing Class 5.1 - 0.17 HA (1.66 Acres)
Ruinous Farm Building (0.42) - 1.00 HA (0.42 Acres)
Totals - 1.84 Ha (3.65 Acres)
Terms
PRICE - Offers over £175,000
SERVICES - Water and electricity can be found nearby, no connections are in place currently. We are not aware of any septic tanks or drainage connections over the property and purchasers will need to make their own enquiries in that regard.
PLANNING - The site has lapsed planning permission in principle, consented in 2020, with conditions which can be viewed on the West Lothian planning portal reference Planning reference 0626/P/17, alternatively a full data pack is available from the Selling Agents.
Interested parties enquiring on future planning applications can obtain a quotation for independent advice from Paul Hughes of Glen Etive Projects:
https://www.glenetiveprojects.co.uk/contact-us
paul@glenetiveprojects.co.uk
0785 256 8874
SEPA - According to SEPA flood maps, the map currently shows that there are short and long term flood risks at the site, particularly to the northern boundary, a recognised flood plain. Purchasers should familiarise an satisfy themselves with the most up to date information from SEPA. Purchasers can view the SEPA maps via this link: https://www.sepa.org.uk/environment/water/flooding/flood-maps/
ACCESS & BOUNDARIES - The property is accessed from a public road. The ground for sale is as is described in the title deeds and warrandice will be excluded for any area where the fence line lies outside the legal boundary.
RATEABLE VALUE - No rateable value currently applies to this agricultural property. However the subjects may require to be assessed to meet specific occupier requirements. Further information on rates payments are available at www. saa.gov.uk.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND HERITAGE CONSERVATION - Purchasers should make their own enquiries as to environmental or heritage conservation designations over the land. We understand that the local area has a history of Coal Mining but we are not aware of any specific mining history over the subjects of sale. No Coal Mining Reports or Site Surveys have been carried out over the property.
CLAWBACK PROPOSAL - A negotiable clawback clause will be included in the missives of sale. This will entitle the seller to 50% of any uplift in value arising from the grant of planning permission for any form of evelopment (residential, commercial, infrastructure or other), valid for a period of 25 years. For full details, please contact the selling agents.
PLANS AND AREAS - The plans provided within these particulars are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. The purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to their accuracy and any error shall not annul the sale or entitle any part to compensation in respect thereof.
OFFERS - Offers must be submitted in Scottish legal terms to the Selling Agents. A closing date for offers may be fixed and prospective purchasers are advised to register their interest with the Selling Agents following inspection. Whilst every effort will be made to ensure that parties having registered their interest will be notified of a closing date this cannot be guaranteed. It should be noted that the vendor reserves the right to accept offers prior to a closing date being set. In addition, the seller reserves the right to not accept the highest or indeed any offer.
Offers should set out the following:
- The identity of the purchaser
- All bids should include a guaranteed minimum price
- Clear details of any conditions attached to the offer
- Proposed timescale for conclusion of missives
VAT - All prices quoted are exclusive of VAT which is not understood to be chargeable.
Specification
- Easily accessed
- Prime residential area
- Nearby developments
- Catchment for Linlithgow
- Established community
- Peaceful and private