Key Features
Prime residential development opportunity, Planning previously approved for a 52 Unit apartment scheme, medical surgery and commercial units ( Ref LA04/2015/0195/F).
The site is currently subject to a CLUD application.
Comprises a cleared site extending to approximately 0.60 Acres (0.24 Hectares).
The site occupies an extensive and highly prominent frontage onto the Shankill Road.
Within a short walk of the new Ulster University Campus, Cathedral Quarter, Belfast City Hall and Great Victoria Street.
Conveniently located close to the Westlink, which provides ease of access to the M1, M2 and M3 motorway networks.
Public transport links are situated adjacent to the site, offering regular commutes to Belfast City Centre.
The Shankill Road includes a range of local conveniences to include, food outlets, grocery stores, pharmacies, GP surgeries and schools.
Local sporting and recreational activities include Shankill Leisure Centre, Woodvale Cricket Club and Woodvale Park Playing Fields.
Description
The site occupies an extensive and highly prominent corner location, fronting onto the Shankill Road and North Boundary Street. The subject site is situated approximately 0.5 miles West of Belfast City Centre, an approximate 10 minute walk to the most highly sought-after areas of the city, including the Cathedral Quarter and Belfast City Hall. The A12 Westlink, which links with the M1, M2 & M3 Motorway networks is conveniently positioned a short distance from the site, offering commuters swift access to and from the wider motorway networks. Public transport links (Metro 11) are situated adjacent to the site, which provide regular commutes to and from Belfast City Centre. The Shankill Road includes a range of local conveniences to include, food outlets, grocery stores, pharmacies, GP surgeries and schools. Occupiers situated within the immediate vicinity include Clear Pharmacy, Beautician, Spar Convenience Store & PFS, KFC and Cornerstone Medical Centre. Local sporting and recreational activities include a Leisure Centre, Woodvale Cricket Club and Woodvale Park Playing Fields.
The subject comprises a cleared site of c. 0.60 acres, which is generally flat in topography with temporary fencing surrounding the perimeter. Vehicle access to the site is presently at the rear from Boundary Walk, accessed from the Shankill Road and North Boundary Street. The site presents as an excellent development opportunity situated within close proximity of Belfast City Centre.
LOCAL HOUSING MARKET COMMENTARY
Existing housing within the location of the subject site, comprises a mix of Social and Private Housing. The area has recently undergone considerable regeneration with some new developments geared towards affordable homes for First Time Buyers. Demand for housing within the area is predominately first-time buyers and investors. Until recently, aspirational first-time buyers and homeowners within the area requiring a private new build home have had to consider alternative locations, as the availability of housing to purchase in this area, comprises of predominately older resale stock, therefore with current demand, more 'New Home' housing stock is required.
PLANNING PERMISSION
Planning Reference No: LA04/2015/0195/F (The subject lands plus a small parcel of adjoining land outside the Vendor's ownership as shown edged in blue). Full planning permission granted on the 20th of March 2017 for the development of 1 No medical surgery, 52 No apartments and 4 No ground floor commercial units.
Priory to the expiry of this planning approval the vendor discharged pre-commencement conditions 13,14 abd 15 to enable them to go on site and commence works and put in a section of foundations. All relevant applications to Building Control were made and fees discharged in relation to same. Building Control have provided documentation in relation to commencement of works. An application for a Certificate of Lawful Use or Development was lodged in April 2022. Copies of correspondence can be provided to interested parties.
The site occupies an extensive and highly prominent corner location, fronting onto the Shankill Road and North Boundary Street. The subject site is situated approximately 0.5 miles West of Belfast City Centre, an approximate 10 minute walk to the most highly sought-after areas of the city, including the Cathedral Quarter and Belfast City Hall. The A12 Westlink, which links with the M1, M2 & M3 Motorway networks is conveniently positioned a short distance from the site, offering commuters swift access to and from the wider motorway networks. Public transport links (Metro 11) are situated adjacent to the site, which provide regular commutes to and from Belfast City Centre. The Shankill road includes a range of local conveniences to include, food outlets, grocery stores, pharmacies, GP surgeries and schools. Occupiers situated within the immediate vicinity include Clear Pharmacy, Beautician, Spar Convenience Store & PFS, KFC and Cornerstone Medical Centre. Local sporting and recreational activities include a Leisure Centre, Woodvale Cricket Club and Woodvale Park Playing Fields.