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    Key features

    • A freehold commercial property comprising of an approx. GIA of 6,729 sqft
    • Comprising of former bank building, an office & retail unit
    • Planning permission approved for conversion into 4 x commercial units & 6 x flats
    • Proposed residential accommodation for 3 x one beds, 2 x two beds and 1 x three bed
    • Asset management potential to let the property out in its current use
    • No VAT on sale price
    • Vacant

    Description

    A substantial freehold commercial property occupying a prominent position within Littlehampton town centre.

    The vacant property comprises a former bank building together with office and retail accommodation and benefits from planning permission for a comprehensive mixed-use redevelopment scheme.

    Consent has been granted for the conversion and reconfiguration of the building to provide four commercial units and six residential flats.

    Proposed Accommodation

    Commercial Units

    • Commercial Unit 1: 45 sq m (484 sq ft)
    • Commercial Unit 2: 58 sq m (624 sq ft)
    • Commercial Unit 3: 78 sq m (840 sq ft)
    • Commercial Unit 4: 84 sq m (904 sq ft)

    Residential Units

    • Flat E (3 Bed): 87 sq m (936 sq ft)
    • Flat F (1 Bed): 51 sq m (549 sq ft)
    • Flat G (2 Bed): 87 sq m (936 sq ft)
    • Flat H (1 Bed): 58 sq m (624 sq ft)
    • Flat J (2 Bed): Approx. 101 sq m (1,087 sq ft) (part under 2m height, please refer to plans)
    • Flat K (1 Bed): 45 sq m (484 sq ft)

    Alternatively, the property presents asset management potential through the letting of the accommodation in its current configuration.

    Additional information

    Tenure

    Freehold

    Accommodation

    Please refer to the floor plans

    Planning

    Arun District council

    Planning ref: LU/137/26/PL

    Description: Change the use from Class E to a mixed Class E and C3 Residential Use consisting of 4 No.commercial units at ground floor level, No. 4 residential units at first floor level, No. 2 residential units atsecond floor level and proposed external alterations including a first floor extension to the easternelevation, 4 No. dormers and 2 No. roof lights (resubmission following LU/168/25/PL). This applicationis in CIL Zone 4 (Zero Rated) as flats.

    Notes

    Please note the areas provided are approximate. The photos and any drawings are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the exact boundary of the property. Prospective purchasers must rely upon their own enquiries in this regard. Please refer to the legal pack.

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        Local information

        The property occupies a prominent position on Beach Road in the popular West Sussex coastal town of Littlehampton, just a short distance from the town centre and seafront. Littlehampton benefits from a strong mix of residential, retail and leisure amenities, with nearby occupiers including a range of national and independent retailers, supermarkets, cafés and public services. The town serves a wide catchment area across the Sussex coast and is well positioned between Brighton, Chichester and Worthing, making it an established commercial and residential destination.

        Transport

        Littlehampton benefits from good road and rail connectivity. Littlehampton Railway Station is within easy reach, providing regular services to London Victoria, Brighton and Portsmouth, while the A259 coastal road and nearby A27 offer convenient access to Worthing, Chichester and the wider South East road network.

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