The subject site is a 0.87-hectare (2.14-acre) cleared area of land in York, with planning permission granted for the construction of extra care accommodation, including 72 apartments, a decked car park, and private amenity space. The site is located in the Bishopthorpe Road area, often likened to London's Notting Hill, and is close to York city center and local amenities. The historic city of York is a popular tourist destination and has a diverse economy, with excellent communications links, including a high-speed rail link to London. The site is situated adjacent to the famous York Knavesmire Racecourse and is a prime location for a care facility, surrounded by local amenities and within easy reach of the city center.