conversion / redevelopment opportunity
ON BEHALF OF HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
CONVERSION / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Former Council Offices, Bath Street, Hereford HR1 2HQ Main road frontage City centre location
Close proximity to retail district 0.76 Ha (1.88 Acres) approx
For Sale by Informal Tender
Contact: [email protected] 01452 880161
CONVERSION / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Former Council Offices, Bath Street, Hereford HR1 2HQ
LOCATION Sat nav: HR1 2HQ The site is located north east of Hereford City Centre, a short walk from the high street and cathedral, with direct access from Bath Street and Central Avenue. The historic city of Hereford lies on the River Wye, approximately 16 miles east of the welsh border and with a population of approximately 54,000. It is at the confluence of the A49, A465 and A438 connecting the city to: Ross on Wye: 15 miles Worcester: 25 miles Gloucester: 31 miles Hereford is served by a 4-platform railway station. Services regularly connect to Worcester, Birmingham, London, Manchester, Cardiff and other settlements in south Wales.
DESCRIPTION
A planning application was submitted for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a new fire station and training facility, however, this was subsequently withdrawn on the 29th October 2014 (planning ref: P142554/F). The Local Planning Authority is Herefordshire Council who can be contacted on 01432 260479.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage are understood to be located for connection in the vicinity. Note: None of the services mentioned in these particulars have been tested. We recommend prospective purchasers satisfy themselves as to their consition, effeciency and suitabilty for their requiements.
FURTHER INFORMATION Further information is available by request to include previous planning information, site plans, tree survey, ecological report, heritage statement and registered title
The site extends to approximately 1.88 acres with existing buildings amounting to approximately 2,325 sq m and was formerly used by the County Council as offices, however, it has been vacant since January 2014. The building was originally erected between 1878 and 1895 and was used as a Working Boys’ Home. However, the building has been adapted to different uses since this time and has been altered and extended.
TERMS
The site is hard landscaped with the majority of the outdoor space allocated for parking. Opposite the site on Bath Street is a car park while residential properties adjoin it to the south and the east.
TENURE
There are several trees positioned around the perimeter of the site with a concentration of trees to the rear of the building at the eastern extent, which appears to be the remnant of a formal garden of pollard trees and lawn.
The site is offered for sale by Informal Tender with unconditional and conditional offers invited, to be received at the offices of Bruton Knowles, by Noon on Wednesday 20th April 2016. Offers should be submitted in a sealed envelope or by email with all offers marked “For the attention of Harry Breakwell- Site at Hereford”.
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
VIEWING Viewings are by prior appointment only and limited to the following prearranged viewings days: Friday 11th March- 1pm to 4pm, Friday 1st April- 1pm to 4pm.
PLANNING
VAT
The existing accommodation on the site is understood to benefit from planning permission for B1 Use.
VAT will not be charged in connection with this transaction SUBJECT TO CONTRACT-FEBRUARY 2016
Subject to Contact & availability: These particulars are intended as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or lessees should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all statements and representations before entering into any agreement. No employee or partner of Bruton Knowles has authority to make or give any representation or warranty to the property.
CONVERSION / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Former Council Offices, Bath Street, Hereford HR1 2HQ Main road frontage City centre location
Close proximity to retail district 0.76 Ha (1.88 Acres) approx
For Sale by Informal Tender
Contact: [email protected] 01452 880161
CONVERSION / REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Former Council Offices, Bath Street, Hereford HR1 2HQ
LOCATION Sat nav: HR1 2HQ The site is located north east of Hereford City Centre, a short walk from the high street and cathedral, with direct access from Bath Street and Central Avenue. The historic city of Hereford lies on the River Wye, approximately 16 miles east of the welsh border and with a population of approximately 54,000. It is at the confluence of the A49, A465 and A438 connecting the city to: Ross on Wye: 15 miles Worcester: 25 miles Gloucester: 31 miles Hereford is served by a 4-platform railway station. Services regularly connect to Worcester, Birmingham, London, Manchester, Cardiff and other settlements in south Wales.
DESCRIPTION
A planning application was submitted for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a new fire station and training facility, however, this was subsequently withdrawn on the 29th October 2014 (planning ref: P142554/F). The Local Planning Authority is Herefordshire Council who can be contacted on 01432 260479.
SERVICES Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage are understood to be located for connection in the vicinity. Note: None of the services mentioned in these particulars have been tested. We recommend prospective purchasers satisfy themselves as to their consition, effeciency and suitabilty for their requiements.
FURTHER INFORMATION Further information is available by request to include previous planning information, site plans, tree survey, ecological report, heritage statement and registered title
The site extends to approximately 1.88 acres with existing buildings amounting to approximately 2,325 sq m and was formerly used by the County Council as offices, however, it has been vacant since January 2014. The building was originally erected between 1878 and 1895 and was used as a Working Boys’ Home. However, the building has been adapted to different uses since this time and has been altered and extended.
TERMS
The site is hard landscaped with the majority of the outdoor space allocated for parking. Opposite the site on Bath Street is a car park while residential properties adjoin it to the south and the east.
TENURE
There are several trees positioned around the perimeter of the site with a concentration of trees to the rear of the building at the eastern extent, which appears to be the remnant of a formal garden of pollard trees and lawn.
The site is offered for sale by Informal Tender with unconditional and conditional offers invited, to be received at the offices of Bruton Knowles, by Noon on Wednesday 20th April 2016. Offers should be submitted in a sealed envelope or by email with all offers marked “For the attention of Harry Breakwell- Site at Hereford”.
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
VIEWING Viewings are by prior appointment only and limited to the following prearranged viewings days: Friday 11th March- 1pm to 4pm, Friday 1st April- 1pm to 4pm.
PLANNING
VAT
The existing accommodation on the site is understood to benefit from planning permission for B1 Use.
VAT will not be charged in connection with this transaction SUBJECT TO CONTRACT-FEBRUARY 2016
Subject to Contact & availability: These particulars are intended as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or lessees should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all statements and representations before entering into any agreement. No employee or partner of Bruton Knowles has authority to make or give any representation or warranty to the property.
