Planning guidance to support land and property purchases

A key part of our work as planning consultants is undertaking development appraisals to support developers and commercial property owners who are seeking to expand their operations and or their portfolios.

Most recently we advised Watermoor Point on their recent purchase of The Cotswold Club on Watermoor Road, Cirencester.  The site has been owned by Cotswold District Council (CDC) since 1978, who have decided to sell in order to invest the income in more carbon zero affordable housing for their residents.

The Cotswold Club is an attractive Grade II listed building which was originally used as a social club for employees of CDC before opening its membership to everyone after leasing it to trustees.

Following a review of the site’s planning history, context and relevant policy, we presented a number of potential planning options for the future use of the site to Watermoor Point and provided planning guidance to them during the acquisition process.

We think the purchase of The Cotswold Club will prove to be an important addition to Watermoor Point, supporting their vision to create an inspiring and fun place for local Cirencester and Cotswold businesses to thrive. The site provides first class serviced office accommodation and commercial storage in attractive landscaped grounds.

How we can help you with your property or land purchase

Our development appraisals prove to be an invaluable service, helping developers, commercial enterprises and land owners to enter into a purchase with their eyes open and a sense of what might be possible in planning terms.

About us

We are Plainview Planning – a solutions orientated, experienced and knowledgeable team of planning consultants.  If you need professional and informed planning support with a potential purchase then contact our team via  enquiries@plainview.co.uk, to see how we can best assist you, providing the site address and a brief overview of your project. We value your privacy and any information which you provide will not be shared outside of our company and will only be used in relation to your enquiry.

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