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Development of Former William... Residential development for sale
Development of Former William Simpson's Care Home, Old Plean, Stirling FK7
£950,000
Development of Former William Simpson's Care Home, Old Plean, Stirling FK7
£950,000
Our Summary
- IMPRESSIVE HISTORIC B LISTED BUILDING BUILT CIRCA 1836 CURRENTLY PRESENTED TO THE MARKET WITH PLANNING PERMISSION FOR 17 APARTMENTS, OFFERING AN IDEAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH EASY LINKS TO EDINBURGH, STIRLING AND FALKIRKFor sale is the former William Simpson’s Care Home with planning permission for conversion into 17 new flats consisting of 5 x 2 bed, 11 x 1 bed and 1 studio
- A previous planning permission for 14 flats was granted in 2019, and a more recent application in late 2023 sought to increase this to 17 flats, citing improved layout efficiency and commercial viability
- The historic B-listed building is in fairly poor condition and in a partially derelict state
- The current owners have started the landscaping work to ensure that the current planning permission remains in place and have completed a partial strip out to remove building material that was beyond repair, and carry out urgent work to address issues such as leaks in the roof, dry rot and unstable internal fabric
- DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
- Development opportunity
- PLANNING PERMISSION FOR 17 FLATS
- Planning permission for 17 flats
Description
This historic B-listed building, built in 1836, is currently a derelict care home with planning permission to convert it into 17 apartments, comprising 5 two-bedroom, 11 one-bedroom, and 1 studio units. The property is located in Plean, with easy access to Edinburgh, Stirling, and Falkirk, and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The site is partially landscaped, and some internal work has already been completed to remove damaged materials and address urgent issues such as leaks and dry rot. The village offers local amenities, including shops and a primary school, while nearby Stirling and Falkirk provide a wider range of services. The property presents an ideal development opportunity, with potential for conversion into modern homes while maintaining its historic charm.