Here at Land Market we deal with sites of all shapes and sizes and we pride ourselves in seeing the real potential in any plot of land. In this Land Market case study there are two examples of brownfield sites we acquired which were run-down but ripe for developing…
Case Study: Charles Street, Bristol
The Background
The disused warehouse Land Market sourced at Charles Street, central Bristol, was a prime example of an inner-city commercial property with great potential for development. Being aware of its prospects we introduced the site to local developer Woodstock Homes.
Charles Street: Before
Our Actions
Planning was sought and obtained by Woodstock Homes for a 24 unit scheme of one and two bedroom apartments. Catapulting the old city street into the 21st century the finished complex has rejuvenated Charles Street and has been a huge success for Woodstock Homes.
Charles Street: After
Case Study: Little Withey Mead, Westbury on Trym
The Background
This case study is wonderful illustration of how a run-down piece of land can be completely transformed through development. Despite being a derelict site of garages the location of Little Withey was excellent, being within easy reach of a renowned local school and close to near by shops and restaurants. When Land Market agreed to purchase this site of garages from Bristol City Council we consulted with planners and neighbours alike before work began.
Little Withey: Before
Our Actions
What evolved was a very contemporary scheme featuring two four-bedroom homes. The homes were designed to an incredibly high spec. Numerous vellum windows were installed to maximise the light coming into the first floor and the ceilings were vaulted internally to create a stunning sense of space. Other elements included bespoke lighting schemes and modern stylish kitchens with built in wine coolers. The exterior of the homes were a mixture of brick render and cedar wood panels, creating a contemporary and visually appealing finish. The homes are a real statement and have greatly increased in value over a short period of time.
Little Withey: After
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Often owning and maintain a piece of land can become an arduous task and obtaining planning permission on your own is not easy. Read on to discover how we helped a struggling client obtain success in this Land Market case study… Case Study: Arundel Road, Bishopston The Background The Arundel Road brown site contained 15 garages, which had become a burden to the landowner as they needed a lot of maintenance and had become too small for modern cars. The land owner had previously requested planning permission but it had not been successful. Our Actions Land Market worked closely with its advisors, the local residents and the very active Bishopston Society to...
Have you got land to sell but don’t know the best way to go about it? We can help! This Land Market case study shows just two of our success stories and how our company helped two struggling owners to sell their land for the best price… Case Study: Kelman Close The Background The landowner of Kelman Close had been trying to sell this old garage and workshop complex for a number of years by partnering with local developers (who promised an enhanced sale price by undergoing planning permission). However, there was one major problem… the site was in a conservation area and was impacted by a very large and important tree. The owner...
This case study highlights the potential that land attached to your home might possess, if you’re blessed with a large garden or spacious grounds that are difficult to manage, you may have thought of selling a part of it for development yourself. When a Sidmouth homeowner was in this position Land Market snapped up the opportunity to create an attractive new build in a great location; leading to our very first development… The Background The site at the location in Sidmouth, Devon was acquired by Land Market in 2005 when a home owner sold off a part of their very large garden. The plot sold was in the grounds of a large...
Do you have land you think has development potential but don’t know where to begin with obtaining planning permission? Are you worried about making the wrong decision when it comes to selling your land? Let us guide you through the basics of selling your land with Land Market… With all manner of environmental and financial factors to consider, getting planning permission for your land is without doubt a complicated process. The type of planning permission sought not only influences the value of the land, but its ultimate saleability. It is therefore vital to understand the entire process from start to finish to ensure the correct decisions are made every step...
