Past Developments
UNITS: 3   DATE: 2006 - 2007   GDV: £600,000 This property was originally bought as a 1930's detached bungalow for refurbishment on a corner plot. We spotted the opportunity to develop it further and submitted an application to demolish this bungalow and replace it with two semi-detached houses and a detached chalet bungalow. All three properties were over 1,100 square feet and finished to a high standard. This project was built and sold within 12 months.
UNITS: 3   DATE: 2005   GDV: £400,000 Our first ever new build development comprised of two 3 bedroom detached bungalows with garages. Up to this point, Chapel Developments had only undertaken refurbishments of older style properties. Due to the booming buy-to-let market it was becoming increasingly difficult to buy these houses requiring renovation and we were forced to diversify in to new build homes. We became NHBC registered and bought this site. It was a small, tight site in a quiet road and had its challenges but was a perfect size to ‘cut our teeth’ on. Despite being novice new build developers we still managed to build these properties in six months and both were sold within a 12 month period. It was a much different set of disciplines but we embraced them and haven’t looked back since. We continued to refurbish properties as when they came along but new build sites were now very much on the radar.
UNITS: 3  DATE:   GDV: £570,000 This site was purchased with planning permission. It consisted of three substantial cottage style 3 bedroom homes. These were built and sold in a 12 month period.
UNITS: 1  DATE: 2013   GDV: £270,000 Built in the 1800’s by French prisoners of war to house local army officers, this Grade II two star-listed terrace of townhouses occupies a prominent position in this sought-after Ipswich Street. The house had been largely untouched for over 50 years and had wealth of original features. Spread over four floors the house enjoyed good square footage but the basement and attic rooms had very low ceilings which made them impractical for modern living. Working closely with the listings officer we underpinned the basement to enable us to reduce the floor level by 450mm. This room then became the kitchen and dining room. We also inserted a steel ridge beam into the roof which allowed us to increase the ceiling height here also. The finished result was a fantastic family home within walking distance of the town centre. Taking into account obtaining planning permission and listed building consent, the house was still renovated and sold within nine months.
UNITS: 2   DATE: 2008 - 2009   GDV: £950,000 Purchased early 2008, this development sits in a prominent position on the corner of Westerfield Road and Park Road in the heart of Ipswich’s conservation area. Originally occupied by a 1930’s detached property containing two flats, planning was sought and achieved for the demolition of the existing building and the erection of five luxury apartments. We had designed in a lift so, in essence, we would have five ground floor flats - in other words, bungalows. Due to huge exposure nationwide on numerous unsold flat developments, our bank’s policy at the time was ‘no lending on schemes of apartments’. Refurbishing the original building in its current format was not financially an option as this would not give us a sufficient return. We decided to do something very inspired to maximise the end value. Working with our architectural team we asked them to design two Victorian-style town houses. The brief was to design them with all the period features and proportions of an original period house. It was essential, given that we held such a prominent position and were in a conservation area, that these houses looked as though they had always been there. Care and attention to detail was the key; from the Flemish bond brickwork and dental work to the slate roof and sliding sash windows. Even the front boundary wall was designed in minute detail to emulate a 125-year-old original. We did an amazing job and The Ipswich Society thought so too, presenting the architect and myself with a commendation. The build programme was eight months and both houses were sold before work was completed.
UNITS: 5   DATE: 2010-2011 GDV: £1.3 million We bought this site with planning permission for four 4 bedroom detached houses and one 3 bedroom detached bungalow. The properties were built in nine months and sold within four months of completion. What was interesting is that they sold so quickly because other developers were not building four bedroom detached homes and instead concentrating on high density smaller units. This was a valuable lesson to look at what the market actually needs when designing future developments.
Ipswich   UNITS: 5   DATE: 2012-2013  GDV: £1,040,000 Originally a large rear garden to an existing terrace house on Foxhall Road, planning was sought for four, 3 bedroom semi detached properties and a 3 bedroom detached all off a private drive. The site was built and sold within a 12 months period. The original house was also renovated and sold in this timeframe. The houses were well designed and finished to a high standard. They achieved a record breaking price for that location at the time.
ABBOTS MEAD, Bury St Edmunds Phase 1   DATE: 2014 - 2015   GDV: £2.1 million        Phase 2   DATE: 2015 - 2016   GDV: £1.05 million Built on a former orchard this development of five 2, 3 and 4 bedroom bungalows is situated walking distance from Bury St. Edmunds town centre. With a contemporary design, these bungalows were very popular with retired downsizers and all plots were sold off plan. We also purchased and refurbished an existing detached bungalow as part of this development to obtain a drainage easement. This again sold prior to completion and all properties within phase 1 were built and sold within 8 months. Following the success of the phase 1 development, we applied to demolish the front house and replace it with two substantial semi detached houses. Along with this we purchased a neighbour’s garden that ran down the side of our private drive and obtained planning for a further detached bungalow. This was sold prior to construction to a buyer who originally missed out on phase 1. The houses were built and sold to a retired downsizer and an investor within nine months.
UNITS: 7   DATE: 2012 - 2013   GDV: £1.5 million This was a hugely successful development of seven homes in an established area on the outskirts of Ipswich. The site consisted of five, 4 bedroom detached houses and two, 2 bedroom semi detached houses. Whilst the area had an abundance of secondhand 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses for sale, there were not any new build developments being constructed at the time. All of our buyers for the detached homes were young families local to the development - trading up from older-style 3 bedroom homes. Six out of seven of the houses were sold prior to the site being completed. Total build time from start to occupation was 13 months.
UNITS: 2   DATE: 2015   GDV: £915,000 For a number of years this had been an unattractive corner in what is a very sought after part of Ipswich’s conservation area. The property had been purchased five years earlier but the owners failed to do anything with the buildings. The houses has been completely stripped out inside and all of the period features had gone. We decided to restore the houses back to their former glory but with a contemporary twist and set about sourcing all of the materials required. This included 11” skirting, Victorian solid oak four panel doors and plaster mouldings for the ceilings. The brickwork was professionally cleaned and then repointed. Refurbished sliding sash windows and a new slate roof and flashings finished the kerb appeal of these handsome townhouses.
UNITS: 1 DATE: 2013 - 2014 GDV: £695,000 The restoration and conversion of this dilapidated Grade II listed barn was a massive undertaking. Originally with consent for a 1,500 sq ft 3 bedroom property, planning was sought and achieved to add an extra wing to the side increasing the footprint by a further 1,000 sq ft. This enhanced the accommodation and resale value by a significant amount. We secured early buyers who were given the opportunity to choose their kitchen and other third fix items. Despite a three month wait for planning, Park Farm Barn was completed and sold within 12 months.
UNITS: 2   DATE: 2016   GDV: £950,000 This site was part of the grounds of a former rectory. Whilst it was a large site, there were a number of protected trees so we were only able to construct four bungalows, two detached and two semi detached homes. Felixstowe is becoming increasingly popular with retired downsizers and all the properties were sold during the build to buyers from out of the area. This site was built in six months. Work commenced in June and the bungalows were all completed in time for people to move in at Christmas.
UNITS: 2   DATE: 2016 - 2017   GDV: £1.35 million Tirole House The original owners achieved planning for a substantial detached bungalow in the rear garden of their house. During our purchase of the land the owners expressed an interest in selling the house also. Tirole House was a typical 3 bedroom post war family home with a number of small rooms on a very desirable road in the village. Whilst the house looked impressive from the outside the internal layout left the house wanting. We decided on a major extension and remodelling programme which hugely improved its overall accommodation and brought it in to the 21st Century. The results speak for themselves and the house was sold at the asking price of £695,000 to cash buyers. THE NARE This superb bungalow was constructed in only six months. The contemporary look and layout appealed to everyone who viewed it. The property was sold on the open day to cash buyers at the full asking price of £650,000. The price we achieved per square foot was a record for this location.
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UNITS: 2   DATE: 2018   GDV: £1.2 million An extended 4 bedroom detached bungalow built in the 1980’s was purchased at the beginning of 2018. Whilst a straightforward refurbishment of this property is finacially possible our plans are for something a little more ambitious. We are seeking planning permission to subdivide the original bungalow and then construct a further storey on each plot. The finished result will be two contemporary 4 bedroom detached homes each spread over 2,500 square feet. They will also have double garages and large gardens. We are hoping to start work in April and look to have them sold and occupied by Christmas.
Managing Director Gary Sallows has worked in the building and property development business for 30 years. After leaving school he began working for a company that refurbished and renovated houses in the Ipswich area. He gained many years of hands on experience in everything from underpinning foundations to roofing work. This gave him a great understanding of how houses are taken apart and put back together again, on time and more importantly on budget. Working alongside experienced craftsman gained him valuable knowledge in all areas of the building industry and he has continued to expand on this ever since. Gary has always worked closely with architects and been involved in every step of the decision making process. The design and feel of each development has to be right and everything, from the roof tiles to the front door handle, is chosen by Gary. Internally, the kitchens, bathrooms, tiles and wall colours are meticulously sourced and designed to make each of the homes he builds unique. No two houses are ever the same and the quality and value for money is paramount to the Chapel New Homes ethos. Whether it is a simple renovation of a 1930’s double-bay house or the complex conversion and restoration of a Grade II listed barn, Gary puts all of his passion and energy in to bringing these homes into the 21st Century. The new homes sites benefit from this same approach and he prides himself on the quality of work and attention to detail that goes in to each development. “Being a small niche developer, our goal is to provide a product that is better than our local and national competitors. Working on these smaller developments gives us huge control over the quality of the overall finish and the budget to go the extra mile on the things people want in their homes today”. “A testament to this is that most of our developments are built and sold within a small timeframe with most purchasers under contract before the houses are completed”. We hope to continue with this success and build on our reputation in 2018.
UNITS: 3  DATE: 2009 - 2010   GDV: £800,000 This was a conversion of a purpose built print works in the popular village of Holbrook. The original building has been constructed in the late eighties so the superstructure was in good condition despite being utilitarian in its look. We set about creating a mews of four properties that included a 2 bedroom coach house, 2 and 3 bedroom bungalows and a detached barn-style 3 bedroom house. Two of the properties were sold off-plan with the others sold prior to work being finished.
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Managing Director Gary Sallows has worked in the building and property development business for 30 years. After leaving school he began working for a company that refurbished and renovated houses in the Ipswich area. He gained many years of hands on experience in everything from underpinning foundations to roofing work. This gave him a great understanding of how houses are taken apart and put back together again, on time and more importantly on budget. Working alongside experienced craftsman gained him valuable knowledge in all areas of the building industry and he has continued to expand on this ever since. Gary has always worked closely with architects and been involved in every step of the decision making process. The design and feel of each development has to be right and everything, from the roof tiles to the front door handle, is chosen by Gary. Internally, the kitchens, bathrooms, tiles and wall colours are meticulously sourced and designed to make each of the homes he builds unique. No two houses are ever the same and the quality and value for money is paramount to the Chapel New Homes ethos. Whether it is a simple renovation of a 1930’s double-bay house or the complex conversion and restoration of a Grade II listed barn, Gary puts all of his passion and energy in to bringing these homes into the 21st Century. The new homes sites benefit from this same approach and he prides himself on the quality of work and attention to detail that goes in to each development. “Being a small niche developer, our goal is to provide a product that is better than our local and national competitors. Working on these smaller developments gives us huge control over the quality of the overall finish and the budget to go the extra mile on the things people want in their homes today”. “A testament to this is that most of our developments are built and sold within a small timeframe with most purchasers under contract before the houses are completed”. We hope to continue with this success and build on our reputation in 2018.
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