Former water reservoir on approximately 0.23 acres
Circular former water reservoir
Disused Grade II Listed Water Tower
The property is located in the village of Tonwell, approximately 2.8 miles north west of Ware, 3.5 miles north of Hertford and 9.5 miles south east of Stevenage.
The land is situated on the north eastern outskirts of the village on the east side of Temple Lane. Adjacent to the property on its south boundary are residential dwellings and on all other sides is farmland.
The property comprises a former water tower on a site of approx 0.1 acres. The water tower has been designated as a Grade II listed property. At ground level the site is mainly laid to grass, and is fenced with chain link panels.
The property is available freehold with vacant possession.
The property is likely to be developed and is therefore exempt from the EPC regulations.
The property has not been assessed for Business Rates purposes.
Each party is to be responsible for their own legal costs.
The property may be suitable for conversion to residential accommodation, subject to obtaining the usual planning consents.
We have obtained feedback to a pre-application request and have received a positive response for a potential conversion of the property to residential. Further details are available from agent.
We are instructed to seek offers in excess of £30,000.
Unless otherwise stated, all prices are quoted exclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT). Purchasers should satisfy themselves independently as to VAT in respect of any transaction.
For your own personal safety and given the potential hazards, we would ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection. Please ensure children are supervised at ALL times.
The agent and their client give notice that they are not authorised to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
Former operational facilities provide a fantastic opportunity to create a bespoke design and unique property for both commercial and residential uses. By their very nature these structures will require creative and innovative designs. Some examples of previously developed similar structures elsewhere in the country are below.
One of the most relevant parts of legislation enabling the conversion of these former operational facilities is the NPPF (National Planning Policy Framework 2012).
Section 6 paragraph 55 of the NPPF states:
To promote sustainable development in rural areas, housing should be located where it will enhance or maintain the vitality of rural communities. For example, where there are groups of smaller settlements, development in one village may support services in a village nearby. Local planning authorities should avoid new isolated homes in the countryside unless there are special circumstances such as:
