Land for sale in Lewes

AUCTION PROPERTY An opportunity to acquire approximately 5 acres of development land with Outline Planning Permission for approximately 51,500 sq. ft. of commercial accommodation, together with an associated recreational/community land parcel of approximately 1.5 acres.

The approved mixed-use leisure and commercial park comprises new commercial units, an office hub, craft workshops, wellness/fitness centre and caf/restaurant. The property is situated on the outskirts of the East Sussex village of Plumpton Green, immediately north of the South Downs National Park and in an attractive setting at the foot of the Downs.

The development site adjoins the established Old Brickworks commercial estate with comprehensive local shopping facilities and amenities in the immediate vicinity including mainline station and excellent road links to Lewes, Haywards Heath, Gatwick Airport and all surrounding areas via the nearby A275 and A272.

The site, with water and electric facilities, has dual access from Station Road to provide flexible transport arrangements and is at present used for agricultural and grazing. It may also be suitable for a variety of other uses particularly equestrian, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.

Planning
Outline Planning Consent was granted by Lewes District Council on 15th October 2024 under ref: LW/23/0583 for the development of land to provide mixed use leisure and commercial park, including new commercial units, office hub, craft workshops and a wellness/fitness centre.

A copy of the Planning Permission and accompanying documents may be downloaded from the Local Planning Authority website, lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk. Tel: 01273 471600.

Proposed Accommodation
Commercial Units:-

Unit 1 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 2 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 3 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 4 - 216 sq.m. (2,324 sq.ft.)
Unit 5 - 216 sq.m. (2,324 sq.ft.)
Unit 6 - 216 sq.m. (2,324 sq.ft.)
Unit 7 - 216 sq.m. (2,324 sq.ft.)
Unit 8 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 9 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 10 - 240 sq.m. (2,582 sq.ft.)
Unit 11 - 480 sq.m. (5,165 sq.ft.)

Studio Units:-

Unit S1 - 90 sq.m. (968 sq. ft.)
Unit S2 - 90 sq.m. (968 sq. ft.)
Unit S3 - 90 sq.m. (968 sq. ft.)
Unit S4 - 90 sq.m. (968 sq. ft.)
Unit S5 - 100 sq.m. (1,076 sq.ft.)
Unit S6 - 100 sq.m. (1,076 sq.ft.)
Unit S7 - 60 sq.m. (645 sq.ft.)
Unit S8 - 60 sq.m. (645 sq.ft.)

Cycle Hub - 100 sq.m. (1,076 sq.ft.)

Office Hub - 230 sq.m. (2,474 sq.ft.)

Wellness Centre - 576 sq.m. (6,197 sq.ft.)

Caf Restaurant - 420 sq.m. (4,519 sq.ft.)

Total - 4,790 sq.m. (51,559 sq.ft.)

Auctioneer's Note
We have been informed that the Section 106 Agreement has been completed and a significant body of planning, environmental and technical work has already been undertaken. Reserve matters remain outstanding, providing an incoming purchaser with the opportunity to refine the detail design and delivery strategy within the approved planning framework and subject to the planning conditions and legal obligations.

Freehold with Vacant Possession

Important:
All lots are sold subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Special Conditions of Sale (unless varied by the Sellers Solicitors), together with the Addendum, which will be available on the Auction Day.

Price Information
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