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*Development Opportunity*
A rare opportunity to acquire a spacious house alongside a separate building plot, complete with planning consent for a large, four bedroom detached property.
Situated in a prime location, this property is superbly positioned. Just a short walk away from the bustling high street, along with the attractive mere and park. Denmark Street is a stone s throw from Fair Green, boasting a charming array of historic properties, complemented by a caf and a well regarded public house. Diss, an historic market town is situated on the south Norfolk borders within the stunning countryside of the Waveney Valley and offers an excellent range of amenities and facilities within walking distance of the property. Additionally, the town features a mainline railway station providing regular and direct services to London Liverpool Street and Norwich, reachable with just a 15 minute walk.
The property includes a building plot with full planning permission granted for the erection of a four bedroom detached house. Planning permission reference 2020 2463 was approved on 15th February 2021, allowing for the demolition of a former shed workshop and the creation of a detached house complete with parking and gardens. Some initial works were undertaken after the planning permission was granted, which the agents understand, ensures the permission remains active. As a result any oncoming purchaser will be required to pay the CIL charge Community Infrastructure Levy being £12,294.
BUILDING PLOT
Situated in a prime town centre location, the property and adjoining land occupy a total area of approximately 0.32 acres. The plot, positioned towards the rear boundaries, will be separated from the existing dwelling. Once developed, the four bedroom detached house will offer approximately 175 sqm 1883 sq ft of living space.
EXISTING DWELLING
The existing property is of traditional brick and block cavity wall construction, individually designed and built by local builders Rackham, who are renowned in the area for constructing quality homes. Offering approximately 2,236 sq ft of versatile living space, the house features well proportioned rooms and has been well maintained over the years. While it now requires modernisation, this presents an excellent opportunity for enhancement and upgrades, particularly in relation to the accompanying building plot.
The ground floor offers a practical and spacious living area, featuring three generously sized reception rooms, a separate office study, and an open plan kitchen diner. Additional conveniences include a utility room and an oversized ground floor wet room. On the first floor, there are three well proportioned bedrooms. The two larger bedrooms boast the luxury of en suite facilities, while a family shower room is accessible from the expansive landing.
SERVICES
The existing dwelling is connected to mains services, including water, drainage, and electricity, and is currently heated by a gas fired boiler, which was installed in 2024.
For the building plot, the purchaser will need to arrange connections with the relevant statutory service providers after completion.
ACCESS
The proposed dwelling will be accessed via Denmark Street through a partially shared driveway, which will be shared with the existing property and the proposed dwelling upon approach.
AGENTS NOTE Material Information regarding the property can be found in our Key Facts for Buyers interactive brochure located in the Virtual Tour no. 2 thumbnail.
Anti Money Laundering Fee Statement
To comply with HMRC s regulations on Anti Money Laundering AML , Whittley Parish are legally required to conduct AML checks on every purchaser s once a sale is agreed. We use a government approved electronic identity verification service from Landmark to ensure compliance, accuracy, and security. This is approved by the Government as part of the Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework DIATF .
The cost of anti money laundering AML checks is £50 VAT £60 inc VAT per purchase, payable in advance after an offer has been accepted. This fee to Whittley Parish is mandatory to comply with HMRC regulations and must be paid before a memorandum of sale can be issued. Please note that the fee is non refundable.
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