Summary - Development Site, The Former Directors Arms Public House, Ripon Way, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 WD6 2HS
1 bed 1 bath Residential Development
Substantial urban site ideal for multi-unit residential redevelopment near transport links.
Owned freehold by Hertsmere Borough Council and currently under offer
Approximately 0.58 hectares (1.43 acres) of flat, developable land
Extensive road frontage to Ripon Way and Cranes Way
Opposite Ripon Park; adjoins Bevan House apartments
Two main vehicle entrances plus two single-car-width garage accesses
Two rows of vacant terrace garages proposed for demolition
Allocated for residential development; close to A1, M1, M25 and station
Tenure details listed as unknown; site requires clearance works
This is an allocated residential development site of approximately 0.58 hectares (1.43 acres) in Borehamwood, offering a substantial urban plot with direct frontage to Ripon Way and Cranes Way. The former public house was demolished in 2019; the site now comprises hard surfacing, overgrown areas and two rows of vacant terrace garages proposed for demolition. Existing access includes two main entrances from Cranes Way and Ripon Way plus two single-car-width garage accesses.
The freehold is owned by Hertsmere Borough Council and the site is currently under offer. Its position opposite Ripon Park and adjoining the Bevan House apartment block gives a predominantly residential setting. Local infrastructure and transport are strong: the A1, M1 and M25 are readily accessible and Elstree & Borehamwood Station is around a mile away, supporting commuter demand.
Key development positives are the large, flat footprint, extensive road frontage, dual access points and allocation for residential use. Practical considerations include removal of existing garages and site clearance, and the tenure/details that remain listed as unknown in the supplied data. Flood risk is reported as none and local crime levels are low.
Nearby schools and amenities are mixed in performance and offer; several state-funded primaries and secondaries are within reach, with a couple rated Good and others requiring improvement. The site is best positioned for developers or investors seeking a substantial urban plot with strong transport links and scope for multi-unit residential redevelopment.
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