Catesby Estates has sold a 25-acre site in Latchingdon, Essex to housebuilder Dandara Homes for an undisclosed sum.
The land, a dedicated greenfield site, has planning permission for a 160-home development, which Catesby had won on appeal last year following Maldon District Council’s refusal in 2023.
The plans include a plot for a children’s nursery and more than 40 per cent of the land will become a new community park. The green space will include a new children’s play area, community allotments and integrated walking and cycling routes.
The site also makes provision for a 100 sq m office hub, designed to support residents working from home, local entrepreneurs and start-ups. The homes have an affordable proportion of 50 per cent.
David Harper, senior area land director for Catesby Estates, said: “The completion of this land sale to Dandara Homes will not only accelerate the delivery of much-needed new homes but it will also bring significant community benefits to the area, including a nursery, office hub, and dedicated play areas.
“We’re proud that our team was able to demonstrate the demand for these new homes and facilities to the council on behalf of the landowner, and overturn a previously unsuccessful planning application. We look forward to seeing the team at Dandara Homes transform this land for the benefit of its future residents and surrounding community.”
John Baines, land director for Dandara Homes, said: “Dandara are really pleased to have completed the purchase of this site in Latchingdon and look forward to delivering a high-quality development that will make a real contribution to the local community. The mix of new homes, green spaces, and facilities such as the nursery and office hub will help create a vibrant and sustainable place to live.”
David Brooks and Tom Bloomfield from Brooks Leney acted on behalf of the landowners.
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