For Sale by Modern Method of Auction. An exciting opportunity to acquire a former Methodist Church with planning permission for residential conversion to a two bedroom detached bungalow.
The Property
A rare opportunity to purchase a former Methodist Church which benefits from planning permission for residential conversion to a two bedroomed single storey dwelling. The accommodation is to comprise in brief of open plan living/kitchen/dining room, two bedrooms and family bathroom.
To the front of the property a pathway leads to the main entrance, while the pleasant lawned gardens surround the property and are bordered by a combination of dwarf metal fencing and partial hedgerow.
Planning
The property is sold with the benefit of full planning under planning reference DM/21/04151/FPA. Further details can be found below—
https://publicaccess.durham.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=R3WF79GD0BK00
The planning is due to expire March 2025.
Modern Method of Auction
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited.
This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyer's solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance.
The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.2% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.
This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change
Referral Arrangements
The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.
Tenure & Possession
Freehold, available with vacant possession.
Note
Photography in the particulars dates from January 2021.
EPC Rating
This property is EPC exempt.
Local Authority
Durham County Council. The property is not eligible for Council Tax.
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Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with George F. White.
Important Notice
Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance professional verification should be sought. All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order. Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.
The Area
Haswell lies just to the east of Durham between the A1 (M) and A19. The surrounding centres of Durham, Sunderland and Peterlee provide a range of shopping, educational and recreational facilities, complemented by Newcastle to the north and Teesside to the south.
For the commuter the A1 (M) and A19 provide links with the major commercial centres of the north east. The East Coast Mainline Railway along with airports at Newcastle and Durham Tees Valley offer further communications both nationally and internationally. The location is ideal for exploring the attractions of the region beyond which can be found the delights of North Yorkshire, the Lake District, Northumberland and the East Coast.
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