Description
The site is devoid of built form. However, it was formerly occupied by an extensive number of buildings associated with the Defence Evaluation and Research Agency (‘DERA’), which was a part of the Ministry of Defence (‘MoD’).
The site has recently secured an outline consent for a comprehensive mixed use development which has focused on exceptional architecture, regeneration, sustainability and quality.
The proposed development will provide five separate character areas which will provide a variety of uses. The buildings would be dispersed across the site and served by various parking areas.
Collectively, the proposal would provide the following:
• 141 C3 - residential dwellings
• 2,215 sq m (23,842 sq ft) C2 - 60 bed care home
• 340 sq m (3,660 sq ft) of E class - gym and leisure space
• 1,186 sq m (12,766 sq ft) of E class - office / light industrial space
• 328 sq m (3,530 sq ft) of E class - restaurant
The proposed care home will be located in the centre of the site, nearest to the cliff edge. The proposed building would have a gross internal area of 2,215 sqm and would provide up to 60 bedrooms over three floors.
The proposed employment block would be located at the southernmost part of the site. It would have a total gross internal area of 1,186 sqm over four floors.
Internally, the proposed employment building would provide a total of 5 commercial units suitable for a range of occupiers and local businesses.
In terms of parking provision, the employment building would be provided with 24 car spaces and ample cycle parking for staff and visitors. In addition, a turning head is provided to ensure commercial vehicles can service the units in a safe manner.
The gym and restaurant will sit beneath the residential and provide 340 sq m and 328 sq m of space respectively.
CGI’s, plans and information surrounding the scheme are available upon request and subject to status.
Location
Newton’s Cove occupies a highly prominent coastal position on Newton’s Road, Weymouth, fronting the seafront and benefiting from panoramic views across Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour.
The site is situated at the western end of Bincleaves Groyne, separating Newton’s Cove from Portland Harbour, and occupies an attractive and visually distinctive position along the Weymouth coastline. It is set beneath an imposing cliff face forming part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.
The site is immediately surrounded by a wealth of coastal and leisure amenities, including Nothe Gardens, Nothe Fort and the South West Coast Path. Weymouth Harbour, with its waterfront restaurants, cafés, pubs and leisure facilities, is within easy walking distance, while Weymouth's sandy beach, Esplanade and town centre are also readily accessible.
The surrounding area combines established residential accommodation with extensive areas of public open space and an attractive coastal landscape. The cliff face provides a natural separation from the residential area to the west, with a public footpath running along the cliff top and providing access to the wider coastline.
Planning & Conservation
Outline planning permission has been granted under P/OUT/2022/00852.
The consent granted permits a mixed use development comprising:
• Up to 141 dwellings (Use Class C3)
• 60 bed care home (Use Class C2)
• Up to 340 sq m associated leisure floorspace comprising gym, swimming pool / spa (Sui Generis)
• Up to 1,186 sq m office / light industrial floorspace (Use Class E(g))
• Up to 328 sq m restaurant floorspace (Class E(b))
• Associated car parking
• Public open space
• Public realm
• Cliff stabilisation & sea defence works
• Vehicular and pedestrian access from Newton’s Road
• Associated infrastructure
Some matters are reserved (appearance & landscaping).
Tenure
The units will be available either by way of a new full repairing (service charge) and insuring lease, term to be agreed or as a freehold serviced parcel.
Guide Rental / Freehold Price
Offers Invited
Rateable Value / EPC
The individual commercial unit’s Rateable Value / EPC will be assessed upon completion of the development.
Money Laundering
Money Laundering Regulations require Savills to conduct checks upon all prospective purchasers. Prospective purchasers will need to provide proof of identity and residence.
Viewings
All viewings must be made by prior appointment. For further information and all viewing requests please contact the sole selling agents Savills.
