Chester Street, Oxford, OX4

A rare opportunity to acquire a residential development site in the popular East Oxford area, situated to the rear of 16 Chester Street and benefiting from an established planning history for the redevelopment of the existing garage site.

Planning permission was granted under application 17/02778/FUL for the demolition of the existing garages and the erection of a two-storey detached one-bedroom dwelling, together with dedicated bin and cycle storage.

The approved dwelling has been designed specifically for this backland location and is positioned on the footprint of the existing garages.

The approved accommodation provides approximately 41 sq m (441 sq ft) of internal floor space. The ground floor comprises an open-plan living and kitchen area, separate WC, entrance and atrium. The first floor provides a bedroom, study area and bathroom, together with a 6.49 sq m (70 sq ft) balcony.

The approved scheme also incorporates dedicated bin and cycle storage, with two cycle spaces provided.

The development does not provide off-street parking. The planning application provided for one on-street parking space in lieu of the existing garage access.

The proposed dwelling has a contemporary design while responding to the surrounding Victorian residential character. The approved elevations show a two-storey detached dwelling with a pitched roof, brick elevations, timber privacy louvres and a first-floor balcony.

The site occupies a tucked-away position behind the properties on Chester Street, with access via the existing passageway serving the rear garages.

The property is situated within East Oxford, close to the amenities of Cowley Road and St Clement's, with Oxford city centre readily accessible.

This represents an interesting opportunity for a developer, investor or private purchaser seeking a small-scale residential development opportunity in Oxford.

PLANNING & PROPERTY INFORMATION

• Planning reference: 17/02778/FUL
• Proposed dwelling: Two-storey detached house
• Accommodation: 1 bedroom
• Proposed internal area: Approx. 41 sq m / 441 sq ft
• Balcony: Approx. 6.49 sq m / 70 sq ft
• Parking: No off-street parking
• Approved parking arrangement: One on-street space provided within the approved scheme
• Bin storage: Provided
• Cycle storage: Provided – two cycle spaces
• Location: East Oxford, OX4 1SN

PLANNING

Planning documents and approved plans are available for inspection.

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with Oxford City Council regarding the current status of the planning permission and any subsequent applications relating to the site.

Planning reference: 17/02778/FUL