Lot 99 Large Commercial Property In Town Centre With PotentialAuction Date:
20th March 2024
153-155 High Street, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4BA
An attractive mid-terrace property located in Chatham’s main high street, close to both local and nationwide retailers as well as the mainline railway station. The building is a good size with accommodation over three floors and separate access from the rear.
The building has lapsed Planning Permission for conversion of the upper parts into six self-contained flats, along with a new-build block to the rear which would provide a further three flats and communal gym. The proposed plans would also retain a ground floor retail unit along with a further office space to the rear.
Ground Floor
Open-plan retail area and store room to rear with stairs to first floor.
First Floor
Open-plan room to rear with two smaller offices/stores, former W.C.s and two rooms to the front.
Second Floor
Two rooms to front.
Auctioneer's Note
Access to the second floor is provided by a ladder only and at the time of publication the Auctioneer has been unable to inspect this area.
Planning
The lapsed Planning Consent was granted by Medway Council under Ref: MC/19/2136, dated 21st November 2019, for conversion and extension to existing building to provide nine flats, subject to conditions.
A copy of the Planning Consent and accompanying documents may be downloaded from the Local Planning Authority website.
Local Planning Authority
Medway Council. Tel: 01634 331700. Website: medway.gov.uk.
Freehold with Vacant Possession
There is an addendum available to be read
in conjunction with the legal documentation.
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