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Park Street
Cardiff, CF10 1XR
FOR SALE: PRIME 0.27 HECTARES (0.6 ACRES) CITY CENTRE DEVELOPMENT SITE

Park Street
Cardiff, CF10 1XR
Description
‘A rare development opportunity in the heart of Cardiff city centre with outline planning
permission for residential development, or other uses subject to planning.’
The site previously accommodated Thomson House, formerly occupied by the Western Mail, this was demolished
in 2008.
The site extends to approximately 0.27 ha (0.6 acres) and is clear and levelled and available for immediate
development subject to planning.
The site is bounded by Stadium House to the north, 6 Park Street and the Millennium Stadium to the west,
St David’s House to the south and Southgate House to the east. The eastern end of the site is adjacent to
a plot owned by Jury’s Inn which has planning for an 11 storey, 236 bed hotel (11/00840/DCI)
Location
The site is located on Park Street, which is situated off
Westgate Street and Wood Street (via Havelock Street).
Park Street itself benefits from being in an established
strategic business location within Cardiff city centre.
Occupiers on Park Street include BT, Media Wales, Zurich
Insurance and Her Majesty’s Court Service.
The site is in an unrivalled position in Cardiff, being adjacent to the
Millennium Stadium and approximately two hundred metres from Cardiff
Central Bus and Railway Station.
The City has excellent rail services, with a regular connection to Cardiff’s
suburbs, South Wales Valleys, Newport and Swansea. In addition there
is a half hourly service to London Paddington, with a journey time of
approximately 2 hours.
NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy is
not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M.
Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (L&P) Limited.

Planning
Outline planning application 06/01379/C was granted
permission with conditions on 4 April 2007, for the construction
of 231 residential units over 8 storeys (please see table below).
An application (10/00431/C) was made to extend the timeframe of this
residential outline consent. Any reserved matters application should be
made by 12 March 2015.
Type No. of Units GIA Sq Ft NIA Sq Ft Car Parking Spaces
Private Units 213 130,075 100,733
Affordable Un its
18 (10x studios
& 8x 1-beds)
11,912 9,347
Total 231 141,987 110,080 137
Basement - 45 Spaces
Ground - 45 Spaces
Mezzanine - 47 Spaces
Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to Cardiff Council Planning Department on 029 2087 1135
or alternatively speak to Savills planning department on 02920 368905.
The Welsh Government allocated the site within the Cardiff Enterprise Zone
which is the UK’s sole Enterprise Zone dedicated to attracting and growing the
financial and professional services sector. Further information can be found on:
http://ms.fs4b.wales.gov.uk/sub_sites/enterprise_zone_wales.aspx
In March 2013, Cardiff Council launched a green paper for consultation, titled ‘Rebuilding
Momentum’. The document sets out the framework for the development of a new economic
vision and economic delivery arrangements for Cardiff, identifying approximately 50Ha of
developable land. The new draft masterplan outlines the expansion of the city centre south
towards Cardiff Bay, the proposed facilities will include a new International Convention Centre,
a new grade A office district, an indoor arena and integrated transport hub, infrastructure
improvements and public spaces.
The site is located within the ‘Station Gateway and Callaghan Square’ area of the draft
masterplan, the key development anchor based around the redevelopment of the areas north
and south of the central station. This area is proposed to form a distinct new civic space at the
front of the station, establishing clear connections to the shopping core. The proposed focus will
be upon active units at ground floor and a mix of hospitality, commercial and residential uses.
A smaller square is proposed between Wood Street and Park Street which provides a viewing
corridor towards the Millennium Stadium.
Indicative scheme

General Information
Tenure The long leasehold interest is available. A long lease was granted from
The County Council of the City and County of Cardiff from 23 December
2008 for 150 years.
Method of Sale We are seeking offers for the long leasehold interest in the site.
Services We understand that all services are available, however, prospective
purchasers should make their own enquiries.
Further Information Further technical information has been prepared
and is available from the sole agent, Savills.
Legal Costs Each party is to bear its own legal costs.
VAT VAT will be charged on the sale.
Viewings Purchasers are requested to notify the sole agent, Savills, of their
intentions to view the property so that necessary arrangements can be made.
Particulars prepared April 2013
NOTE - Published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct its accuracy
is not guaranteed. Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of
H.M. Stationery Office © Crown copyright licence number 100024244 Savills (L&P) Limited.
Contacts
For further information, please contact:
Savills Cardiff
12 Windsor Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BY
T +44 (0) 292 036 8900
E cardiff@savills.com
Leah Jeffreys
T +44 (0) 292 036 8918
E ljeffreys@savills.com
Gary Carver
T +44 (0) 292 036 8963
E gcarver@savills.com
Important Notice
Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in
relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on
behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement
that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any
offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or
representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and
plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not
be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or
other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities.
Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.