Description
Lawn Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7PP (opposite 63–69 Lawn Lane) For Sale by Auction — Wednesday 28th October 2026 at Claridge's, Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1 Guide Price: £10,000 Freehold | Vacant Possession | Approximately 7,740 sq ft (719 sq m) STMS Buyer's premium and contract documents charge apply. See Buyer's Costs below.A freehold parcel of land in Chelmsford
Palace Auctions is instructed to sell Plot 4, a freehold parcel of land on Lawn Lane, Chelmsford, opposite numbers 63 to 69. The plot extends to approximately 7,740 sq ft (719 sq m or 0.18 acres), subject to measured survey. It is offered with vacant possession. Notably, this is Plot 4 Lawn Lane Chelmsford as listed in the auction particulars. The land lies on a residential road in the Springfield area of Chelmsford, within easy reach of the city centre, local shops and amenities. Furthermore, the position of Plot 4 Lawn Lane Chelmsford offers great potential. This is due to its convenient location. It has no planning permission. It may appeal to local residents, to investors holding land for the longer term, and to buyers considering amenity, garden or similar uses, all subject to obtaining any necessary planning and other consents. The lot is sold under an unconditional auction contract, with exchange on the fall of the hammer. Completion is 28 days later.Key Features
- Freehold land, approximately 7,740 sq ft (719 sq m) STMS
- Vacant possession on completion
- Opposite 63–69 Lawn Lane, Springfield, Chelmsford
- Residential location close to the city centre and local amenities
- No planning permission; any use subject to consents
- Unconditional contract with completion 28 days after the auction
The Land
Plot 4 is a parcel of vacant land on Lawn Lane, opposite numbers 63 to 69. Its boundaries are shown on the title plan in the legal pack, and buyers should check the extent of the plot against it. Any plan or image in these particulars is for identification only. Additionally, Plot 4 Lawn Lane Chelmsford forms a clearly defined parcel in the documentation. There are no buildings on the land, and no mains services are known to be connected. There is also no planning permission for any use or development. Highway: Buyers should check with Essex County Council, and from the legal pack, whether any part of the land forms part of the adopted highway or verge. Highway land cannot be enclosed, built on or obstructed, whoever owns it. Access: Buyers must satisfy themselves from the legal pack as to access to the plot, including any rights of way. In addition, they must check whether vehicular access from Lawn Lane would need consent.Planning
Any change of use or development would need planning permission from Chelmsford City Council. Other consents may also be required, including highways consent for any new access. Palace Auctions gives no assurance that permission would be granted. Therefore, buyers should take their own planning advice and make their own enquiries with the council before bidding.Location
Chelmsford is Essex's county town and one of the most sought-after commuter cities in the East of England. Lawn Lane lies in Springfield, to the north-east of the city centre, in an established residential area with shops, schools and amenities nearby. As a result, Plot 4 Lawn Lane Chelmsford benefits from excellent transport links and local infrastructure. Chelmsford station has frequent fast services to London Liverpool Street. The A12 and A130 give road access to London, the M25, Colchester and Southend. The city centre, with its shopping, restaurants and riverside, is a short drive away. [Approximate distances to be inserted after verification.]Auction Information
Lot: 7 Auction date: Wednesday 28th October 2026 Venue: Claridge's, Brook Street, Mayfair, London W1K 4HR Bidding: In the room, by telephone, by proxy and online. Registration is required before the auction. Guide Price: £10,000 Contract: Unconditional. Contracts exchange on the fall of the hammer. Deposit: 10% of the purchase price, payable on exchange Completion: 28 days after the auction Legal Pack: Available from Palace Auctions. Buyers should review it with their solicitor before bidding. They should pay particular attention to the title plan, highway extent, access, and any restrictive covenants or overage provisions.Buyer's Costs
In addition to the purchase price, the successful buyer will pay:| Charge | Amount |
| Buyer's premium: 1.25% of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £2,000 plus VAT | £2,400 inc. VAT (minimum) |
| Contract documents charge: £850 plus VAT | £1,020 inc. VAT |
| Total at the guide price | £3,420 inc. VAT |
