Land for sale in Newhaven BN9

An exciting opportunity to acquire a level site in the heart of Newhaven town centre with outline planning for 33 two-bedroom units and associated parking.

The site had been used for commercial purposes, (most recently for skip hire and storage), and also has the potential for a variety of other uses (subject to all necessary consents being obtainable) or for continued commercial use. This rectangular plot extends to 0.22 hectares (0.54 acres) and is offered for sale with vacant possession. It is centrally located between Railway Road and Newhaven Town railway station and is close to all local shopping facilities and amenities, and there have been residential developments in the locality, including a former Parker Pen premises and other commercial units.

Newhaven is conveniently located on the seafront between Brighton and Eastbourne and benefits from excellent road links to Gatwick, London and all surrounding areas via the nearby A27/A23.

Site Measurements
The site extends to approximately 0.22 hectares (0.54 acres).

Planning
Planning Permission has been granted by Lewes and Eastbourne Councils under ref: Lw/23/0757, dated 14th February 2024, for outline planning application with all matters reserved except access; removal of all existing structures, relocation of vehicle entrances and construction of 33 self-contained flats with associated parking and cycle parking, subject to conditions.

The plans provide for three detached blocks of flats, with 40 percent allocated for affordable housing (14 flats), two comprising 12 units each and one with nine units with 32 car parking spaces and 36 cycle spaces plus residents planting area.

A copy of the Planning Consent and accompanying documents may be downloaded from the Local Planning Authority website, . Tel:

Freehold with Vacant Possession

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Price Information
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