The subjects currently comprises of a derelict building in poor repair, Planning permission was granted back in 2014 for removal of the existing building and construction of 11 new residential flats. This would need to be re-visited with an architect and new planning permission obtained or existing planning extended.
TOWN PLANNING
The site was previously permitted Planning Permission for blocks of 11 Flats summarised in the link below:
Planning Reference No. 12/01670/FUL
https://publicaccess.northumberland.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=M4L5SFQS0A900&activeTab=summary
https://publicaccess.northumberland.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=M4L647QS0A900&activeTab=summary
Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with Northumberland Council Planning
Location
The town of Berwick-Upon-Tweed has a population of approximately 12,000 people and is situated 2 ½ miles south of the Anglo-Scottish Border, It is the northernmost town in England. There is a population catchment of over 3 million people within one hours’ drive.
Berwick is approximately 56 Miles from Edinburgh and 65 miles from Newcastle, The old A1 road passes through Berwick and the east coast Main Line railway passes through the Berwick-Upon-Tweed railway station and generally has excellent communication links.
The subjects are accessed through a small pend just off of the busy high street with popular Shops and Café’s such as WH Smith and Café Nero nearby. If the subject was to be used for 11 Flats as per previous planning application there are several primary schools, middle schools and high schools in the area.
Accommodation
Full site including close: 378 SQ M (4,065 SQ FT)
Footprint of old Printworks building: 247 SQ M (2,666 SQ FT)
Terms
SERVICES - We understand all mains services are laid onto the site. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves in this regard, however.
TERMS - Offers in the region of £100,000 are invited for our client’s freehold interest.
VAT - There will be no VAT due on the sale.
Specification
- DERELICT FORMER PRINTERS WORKSHOP
- PREVIOUS PLANNING CONSENT OBTAINED FOR 11 RESIDENTIAL FLATS
- IN AN ESTABLISHED COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL AREA
- TOWN CENTRE AND LOCAL AMENITIES
- VERY POPULAR COMMUTER TOWN