5-bedroom detached house · AL5 5DP
For saleListed 27 days
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Building plot for sale £950,000: Planning permission granted for a self-build opportunity in one of Harpenden’s most sought-after locations.
An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a parcel of land in the highly sought-after area of Sauncey Wood, Harpenden, benefiting from planning permission for a striking contemporary self-build residence.
Estimated valuation of property based on proposed plans £1,750,000+ depending on final specification and design.
Designed by Feneley Studio, the contemporary home responds sensitively to its woodland setting.
Set within a natural clearing and positioned to work with the site's topography, the low-profile design minimises visual impact, retains mature trees and established landscaping, and delivers a high-quality architectural solution appropriate to its Green Belt location.
The scheme combines exemplary design with strong environmental credentials, incorporating green roofs, energy-efficient construction and carefully considered landscaping to create a sustainable home of enduring architectural quality.
Application Number: 5/2025/1314 Planning permission was granted in December 2024 for the demolition of the existing buildings and the erection of a self-build dwelling with associated access.
A subsequent variation, approved in December 2025, increased the ground and first floor accommodation to create a spacious five-bedroom family home extending to approximately 252sqm.
Footprint 180m2 Ground Floor gea 180m2 First Floor gea 72m2 Total 252m2 Full details of the approved plans, accommodation schedule, tenure, pricing, and supporting documentation are available on request within the data room.
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