Permitted development to convert a modern barn to a spacious, contemporary single dwelling of approximately 2,850 square feet, to include an open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, utility room, three bedrooms, two en-suites and a bathroom.

Grounds of 0.5 acres. 

Location

The Grain Barn is located on a small country lane within the parish of Westleton, but with a Middleton postal address.  From the property, there is a pretty footpath giving access to Middleton where there is a primary school and a village pub.  There is also a footpath leading towards Westleton village where there are pubs and a shop.  The property is ideally located for not only access to the A12, but to the coast with Dunwich being just 4 miles.  The town of Saxmundham is 7 miles and benefits from a railway station as well as Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets.

Description

Permitted Development was granted by East Suffolk Council under reference DC/22/3299/P3Q on 21st November 2022.  A copy of the Prior Approval Notice is available with these particulars.  It is understood that the development must be completed within three years of the Prior Approval date but interested parties should make their own enquiries.   Extracts of the plans are included within these particulars but further documentation and plans are available from the East Suffolk Council planning portal.  As per the sale plan within the particulars, the total site extends to approximately 0.5 acres.  However, the Prior Approval is as per the block plans and the additional land surrounding the barn is still deemed agricultural land.  Should a buyer wish to apply for planning permission to use this as domestic curtilage garden/parking this should be done post purchase.  The Permitted Development allows for a dwelling of approximately 2,850 square feet.  The converted barn will offer an open-plan kitchen/dining/living room, utility room, three bedrooms, two en-suites and a bathroom.

Services

Water

It is understood that a new private water supply from the mains has been installed to serve the Grainstore.  This private pipe to the main crosses private land to the meter and the vendor is in the process of obtaining the necessary easements.  

Electricity

There is no electricity connected to the site but electricity is in the vicinity and the vendor has obtained a quote from UK Power Networks with an estimation of £11,500.  A copy of the letter from UK Power Networks is available from the agents.

Drainage

There is no mains sewer within the vicinity and a buyer will need to install a sewage treatment plant.  

Interested parties should carry out their own investigations with regard to all services.

Local Authority  

East Suffolk Council; East Suffolk House, Station Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1RT; [use Contact Agent Button].

Architects 

It is understood that the architects who prepared the application/plans has now retired.  

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

The current CIL liability is understood to be £0.  If there is any CIL, a buyer will be responsible for the payment.  Interested parties should undertake their own research. 

Viewing

Please carry out an external viewing with particulars in hand.  If you wish to inspect inside the barn, please arrange a viewing appointment with the agent.      

NOTES

1.  Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.  If there is any point, which  is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you.  These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.  All measurements quoted are approximate.  The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permission or listed building consent or building regulations have been applied for or approved. The agents have not been made aware of any covenants or restrictions that may impact the property, unless stated otherwise.  Any site plans used in the particulars are indicative only and buyers should rely on the Land Registry/transfer plan. 

2. The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require all Estate Agents    to obtain sellers’ and buyers’ identity.

3. It is believed that the barn is clad in asbestos.  An asbestos survey has not been undertaken and a buyer will be responsible for all and any contamination mitigation.  July 2023