Development Land, Fermoy, Co. Cork

Savills is delighted to offer for sale this superb development opportunity well located in Fermoy within walking distance of the town's plentiful amenities. This superb development opportunity has the benefit of full planning permission for a commercial development on the southern section of the site with the northern section of the site zoned for residential development. The property is well located in the heart of Fermoy just north of the River Blackwater within walking distance of the town's plentiful amenities. The opportunity now exists to acquire this superb “ready to go” development site in one of Cork's largest commuter towns. The property itself comprises a substantial landholding in the heart of the town centre that extends to approximately 5.66 ha (14 acres) in total. The majority of the “L” shaped site is relatively flat throughout and has the benefit of dual access from the N72 to the north and east of the site. The site is naturally divided in two by an existing stone wall that traverses the site from east to west. 1. The southern portion of the site is the area that benefits from Full Planning Permission for the development of a destination Garden Centre, Café and ancillary glasshouses. The southern section currently occupies a steel clad shed, a derelict stone cottage as well as a magnificent ancient Oak tree that centres the site which is believed to date back to the later 18th Century. 2. The northern section of the overall site is zoned for residential development. The topography on is level throughout with access via the N72 on the northern boundary. The site is regular in configuration and offers an ideal opportunity to create a bespoke residential development subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent. The subject property is located approximately 35km north east of Cork City Centre and approximately 30km east of Mallow and approximately 20km south of Mitchelstown. The subject lands are located in the heart of the Fermoy town centre just off the N72, a short distance north of the town's Main Street. The town benefits from a well-established transport network given its ease of access to the M8 and N72, while Bus Eireann offer a regular service to and from the city centre. As a town Fermoy offers a high-quality living environment with 5 primary schools and 3 secondary schools as well as an array of sporting facilities catering for Golf, Rugby, Soccer, GAA, Hockey and Rowing. The town also benefits from a public Leisure Centre and playground which are located a short distance north of the River Blackwater. Large retailers in town include SuperValu, Lidl, Aldi, Iceland and Dairygold Co Op Superstore. N/A