Permitted development granted for conversion to a four-bedroom dwelling
Approximately 19.24 acres of undulating pasture with wildlife pond and spinney
Stone outbuilding present; outbuilding not included in PDR
Agricultural portal building largely suitable for conversion; minor bay works needed
No mains electricity, water, gas or sewage on site — purchaser to arrange
National Grid gas pipe crosses the land; easement constraints possible
Site lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ)
Excellent mobile signal; broadband speeds reported slow
This is a rare countryside development parcel about 6 miles south of Harrogate, offering permitted development rights to convert an existing agricultural portal-framed building into a four-bedroom single dwelling. The main building is structurally sound for conversion with a proposed gross internal area of c.210 sqm, and a traditional stone outbuilding adds character and ancillary potential (the stone outbuilding is not covered by the PDR).
The site extends to approximately 19.24 acres of undulating pasture, centred on a wildlife pond and small spinney, providing privacy, strong biodiversity value and far-reaching North Yorkshire views. The land lies in a ring fence and includes mineral and sporting rights insofar as owned.
Practical considerations include the lack of any mains electricity, water, gas supply or sewage connection — all services will need to be provided by the purchaser. A National Grid gas pipe crosses the land and the holding lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone; both impose constraints buyers must investigate. Broadband speeds are reported slow, although mobile signal is excellent.
Planning documentation: a General Permitted Development Order was granted on 8 January 2025 (Ref: ZC24/04039/PBR) for change of use to a dwelling (Class C3) subject to conditions and building regulation compliance. Prospective purchasers should review the consent, satisfy themselves on the PDR conditions and verify boundaries, wayleaves and service provision prior to bidding.
