Broad Lane, Betteshanger, Deal

A collection of agricultural and pack house buildings in a semi-rural yet easily accessible location with scope for redevelopment

Situation - The property is situated off Broad Lane between the villages of Betteshanger and Sholden with easy access to the A258 Sandwich Road. Sandwich which is approximately 3 miles to the north offers a wide range of local amenities with Dover, 7 miles to the south and Canterbury, 12 miles to the west offering more extensive shopping facilities and a range of comprehensive and private schools. Both Canterbury and Dover offer high speed train services to London, taking 53 minutes and 66 minutes respectively. Dover Port and the Channel Tunnel provide easy access to mainland Europe.

Description - The site which has access from Broad Lane extends to approx. 1.47ha (3.63 acres) comprises the following buildings:

Workshop: the workshop is constructed of a steel portal frame with concrete pre cast panels to approximately 2 meters and box profile metal cladding above. The building includes workshop and storage bays, mezzanine areas, a former cold store and office spaces. Access is via two large roller shutter doors. Overall, the building offers approximately 998sqm of floor area.

Packhouse and Offices: this building comprises two storeys of offices, meeting rooms and storage rooms, with WC facilities, kitchen area, packing facilities and a former tray washing area. There are lorry loading bays to the Eastern portion of the building. Overall, the building offers approximately 1753sqm of floor area.

Cold Storage: this building was formerly used as a packhouse, factory and cold store. There are several staff rooms, WC facilities, office space in the front portion of the building and this is arranged over two storeys. The rest of the building is arranged over one storey and comprises several large insulate rooms. There is a 30kW solar array on the roof of this building. Overall, the building offers approximately 2715sqm of floor area.

There is a large area of concrete yard space and access is provided via a set of electric gates.

Services - Mains water and electric (three-phase) are connected. Foul drainage is via a private system.

Rights Of Way And Easements - The land is sold subject to all existing covenants, wayleaves, easements, and rights of way whether public or private, specifically mentioned or not.

Planning - The original planning application for the buildings was granted for agricultural use. The site offers scope for redevelopment for a range of alternate uses subject to the necessary consents being obtained. Interested parties are advised to seek further advice from the local authority regarding any planning queries.

Covenants - 1.An overage will be applied to the sale for residential development. This will be in place for a period of 25 years and for 30% of any uplift in value generated as a result of a change of use to residential.
2.The purchaser will be required to erect a suitable fence around the property within 12 months of completion.

Plan - A plan of the boundaries can be provided on request. The boundaries on this plan are indicative only and the land will be sold in accordance with the Registered Title. Plans are reproduced from the Ordnance Survey under Licence Number ES025698. The acreages quoted are for guidance purposes only and are given without responsibility. Any intending purchaser should not rely upon the statements or representations as fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the area being sold.

Tenure And Possession - Freehold and vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

Local Authority - Dover District Council

Epc - Pending

Method Of Sale - The property is to be offered by private treaty as a whole. The seller reserves the right to take the land to informal tender, formal tender or auction should they so desire.

Vat - Commercial sales and letting, release of tenancies and some other property transactions are subject to VAT and where relevant, VAT is charged in addition to any consideration quoted. VAT is chargeable in this instance and will be payable in addition to the purchase price.

Purchaser Identification - In accordance with Money Laundering Regulations, we are now required to obtain proof of identification and funds for any interested parties.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment with Finn's Sandwich