Development land for sale - Land at Shopwyke Lakes, Chichester, PO20 2EJ

<strong>Description</strong><br>The site extends to approximately 1.453 acres (0.588 hectares) and forms part of the wider80 acre (32 ha) Shopwyke Lakes development. It is situated adjacent to one of the two feature lakes and areas of landscaped open space that serve as key focal points within the scheme. Overlooking the central lake, the site benefits from direct access to the main distributor road through the development, with a bus stop located directly opposite. It has been allocated for a high-density residential-led development, adjacent to the community facilities, retail units and sports playing facilities that were delivered in earlier phases. Two new pedestrian and cycle bridges, constructed as part of the wider development, provide connectivity to nearby amenities, including Portfield Retail Park, Chichester Water Sports Centre, several supermarkets, a gym and the South Downs National Park.<br><br><strong>Viewings</strong><br>Strictly by appointment only, through Savills or our Joint Agent. Contact details overleaf. <br /> <br /> Prospective purchasers should be made aware that inspections are made entirely at their<br /> own risk and no liability is accepted by the owner or their agents.<br><br><strong>Title and Tenure</strong><br>The Property is registered at Land Registry under the Freehold Title number WSX321673.<br /> <br /> It is sold freehold with vacant possession subject to, and/or with the benefit of, any rights of way, easements or restrictions, which may exist, whether or not specifically referred to in these particulars.<br><br><strong>Services</strong><br>All mains services and service infrastructure have been provided to the edge of the boundary for future connection.<br><br><strong>GROUND CONDITIONS</strong><br>To facilitate future development and to achieve the required planning levels set at the original outline stage, a process of excavation and ground improvement to form a stabilised layer was completed in 2016. Multiple ground investigations across the site, and an Earthworks Verification Report can be supplied upon request.<br><br><strong>PLANNING</strong><br>The original outline permission for Shopwyke Lakes (ref:O/11/05283/OUT) designated the site for residential use up to four storeys. The wider scheme has been built out pursuant to this and subsequent permissions. However, the subject plot will require anew planning application for future development.<br /> <br /> More recently, the site had an appeal dismissed for a planning application for the erection of 87 apartments, including 10,000 sq. ft of Class E floor space, with associated parking, bike stores, landscaping and utilising existing access (ref: 23/00188/FUL). The appeal was dismissed principally on design grounds and the effect the proposal would have on the character and appearance of the area. The key takeaways from the inspector’s report were:<br /> <br /> - A 5-storey building could be supported, provided it tapers down in respect of the height of the existing residential buildings to the east.<br /> <br /> - The design should address the main Longacres Way frontage, promoting an active street scheme, with parking situated behind a central cluster.<br /> <br /> - A break in building form - potentially two separate blocks -should be incorporated to retain views of the central lake. The contemporary architectural style and material palette proposed were positively received.<br /> <br /> - No additional public amenity space and play areas were deemed necessary, as these facilities are already well provided for within the wider Shopwyke Lakes development.<br /> <br /> - The dismissed appeal scheme was seeking to provide zero affordable housing on viability grounds - this principle was agreed.<br /> <br /> The principle of a high-density residential-led scheme has been established and is encouraged, subject to design considerations. The site may also lend itself to a high-density housing scheme. A full suite of planning documents are available in the data room.<br><br><strong>FEASIBILITY STUDIES</strong><br>MH Architects have undertaken a comprehensive feasibility assessment and prepared an indicative residential scheme comprising 91 flats, informed by guidance from the appeal decision. Selected extracts from their study are shown on this page. The full study is available in the data room.<br><br><strong>ACCESS</strong><br>The Site is accessed via the internal distribution road that links the A27 and Shopwyke Road, the B2144.<br /> <br /> All off-site highway infrastructure, including roundabout improvements, a signalised junction, and two pedestrian cycle footbridges have been delivered as part of the wider scheme.<br /> <br /> A bellmouth access has been formed into the site for future connection.<br><br><strong>DATAROOM</strong><br>For access to the data room containing all technical information, please contact Nita Patel at nita.patel@savills.com<br><br><strong>VAT</strong><br>The site is elected for VAT.<br><br><strong>METHOD OF SALE</strong><br>The site is for sale via informal tender. Offers are invited on an unconditional and subject to planning basis. Other sale structures may be considered. Offers should be submitted via email to Jonny Kiddle and Zara Chamberlain (email addresses provided below). All offers must be clearly marked “Land at Shopwyke Lakes”. The Bid Deadline for offers in noon on Friday 18th July 2025. Please note the vendor is not obligated to accept any offer.<br><br><strong>JOINT AGENT</strong><br>Savills are joint agent on this instruction with Flude Property Consultants.<br><br>