Ashford Road, St. Michaels, St. Michaels, Tenterden, Kent, TN30

Prime Residential Development Opportunity 

An exciting opportunity to acquire a centrally located redevelopment site in the heart of St Michaels village, just moments from Tenterden, with a well-considered residential scheme and strong local demand for housing.

The Opportunity
The site comprises the former Costcutter store and associated land, now vacant and in a dilapidated condition, offering immediate potential for redevelopment. Extending to approximately 0.065 hectares (651 sq. m), the property occupies a prominent position along the A28 (Ashford Road) with additional frontage to Swain Road.

The site has been carefully assessed and designed to maximise its potential, with a proposed scheme for:
A three-storey residential building
4 self-contained flats (1 and 2 bedroom)
Private and communal garden space
Off-road parking
Landscaping and biodiversity enhancements

Planning & Scheme
The current proposal follows extensive planning history and pre-application discussions, with the latest scheme designed to address previous refusals and align with local planning guidance. 

Key highlights:
Scheme for 4 flats within a single traditional-style building
Designed to complement the adjacent Conservation Area
Improved layout, density and amenity provision
Positive pre-application feedback noting the scheme would enhance the character and appearance of the site.
Full planning documentation and history are available.

Location
Situated in the centre of St Michaels, the site benefits from exceptional accessibility to a wide range of amenities:
Walking distance to local shops, Post Office, pubs and takeaways
Close to primary and secondary schools
Excellent bus routes linking Tenterden, Ashford and Maidstone
Easy access to countryside and recreation, including nearby green spaces
The property sits within a sustainable and well-connected village environment, making it highly attractive for both owner-occupiers and investors.

Site Overview
Plot size: Approx. 0.065 ha (651 sq. m)
Previously developed (brownfield) land
Existing structures in poor condition and vacant for several years
Mains electricity, water and drainage connected
Vehicular access proposed via Swain Road, improving safety and usability

Development Highlights
Strong demand locally for smaller, more affordable housing
Well-balanced unit mix:
1-bed and 2-bed apartments
Private gardens to ground floor units and communal garden space
5 allocated parking spaces
EV charging provision and sustainability features including solar panels 
Designed to deliver both market appeal and planning compliance

Planning Context
The scheme benefits from a highly favourable planning position:
Located within the built-up settlement boundary
Supports local and national policy for small housing sites
No significant environmental or ecological constraints
Contribution toward local housing supply in an area with limited land availability 

Investment Potential
Attractive GDV potential given strong Tenterden market values
High demand for low-maintenance apartments
Ideal for:
Regional developers
SME builders
Buy-to-let investors
Housing providers
The project offers the opportunity to deliver a high-quality development in a sought-after location with proven resale demand.

Tenure -Freehold

Method of Sale - Available by Private Treaty.

Further Information
For access to the data room, planning documents, drawings and to arrange a site visit, please contact:
Clarendons Tenterden