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Our Summary
- Planning reference 18/01896/ful (now expired) providing strong redevelopment precedent
- Significant potential for re-planning or scheme enhancement (STP)
- A prime residential development opportunity in the heart of Pontefract, offering a substantial site with proven planning history and excellent connectivity
- Ideal for developers seeking a high-potential scheme in a strong commuter location with scope to enhance and add value
- DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY – NORTHGATE, PONTEFRACT, WF8 1HJ An exciting and substantial residential development opportunity situated in a prime central location within the historic market town of Pontefract
- 49 acres), this well-positioned site offers significant potential for redevelopment and is ideally suited to developers and investors seeking a scheme in a strong and well-connected residential area
- The site previously benefitted from full planning consent for the demolition of the existing structures and the construction of a comprehensive residential scheme
- Planning consent was granted on 1st November 2019 under application reference 18/01896/FUL, although this has now expired
- The previous approval establishes a strong precedent for redevelopment, and there is clear potential for a purchaser to reapply or enhance the scheme, subject to the necessary consents
- At the advertised asking price, we are seeking unconditional offers, however the Owner may consider subject to planning offers also at a higher land value
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Description
The property is a substantial site located in the heart of Pontefract, extending to approximately 1,992.74 sqm. It currently comprises an industrial depot and a small residential unit, with access via Northgate and Back Northgate. The site previously had full planning consent for a comprehensive residential scheme, including a three-storey apartment building and two semi-detached houses, with 26 self-contained units approved under application reference 18/01896/ful.
The site sits within a central part of Pontefract, a well-established residential location with excellent connectivity to the M62, A1(M), and A645, and Pontefract Monkhill railway station.