* Closing date - 12 noon, Wednesday 10 May 2013*
Description
The property forms part of the ground floor of a four‐storey building with residential accommodation above. It is “B” listed, being rebuilt in 1954 to the original 1624 design and incorporates some of that original stonework. Externally, there is a very attractive double frontage incorporating two 20 pane astragal windows. Historic Scotland comments, “Numbers 82 and 84 contribute significantly to this section of the Canongate streetscape.” Internally the property is essentially rectangular in shape and part divided to provide front shop, office, workshop and staff areas. Floors are solid throughout. The front portion has been used as a sales area with tiled concrete floors. To the left, a small office has been formed with further sub‐division to a workshop. It is anticipated that partitions could be easily removed if desired. To the right, the rear section provides a staffroom with space for storage, kitchen facility and WC. Mains electricity and water are supplied and drainage is to the main public sewers.
Accommodation
We have measured the accommodation in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice (6th Edition) and we calculate the Net Internal Area of the premises to be approximately 74.86 sq m (806 sq ft).
Rateable Value
From reference to the Assessor’s website we understand that the subjects have a rateable value of £XXX with effect from 1st April 2010. The property may therefore qualify for full rates relief. Further details on the rateable value, the rate poundage and Small Business relief can be found on www.saa.gov.uk or by contacting 0131 344 2500.
Planning
As noted, 82 Canongate is Category B Listed. Furthermore, the property forms part of the Old Town Conservation Area and the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to any planning requirements for their proposed use by contacting the Planning Section at Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BG, on 0131 529 3550 or planning@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Energy Performance
The EPC rating of this property is G.
Location
Canongate forms part of Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile in the heart of the Old Town, a World Heritage site. The subject property sits in a prominent position on the south side of Canongate. It is well placed to serve the substantial passing tourist trade and also benefits from being in close proximity to Holyrood and the Scottish Parliament.
The property is well served by public transport being on a main road within the city centre. Edinburgh's main train station, Waverley, is a short walk away.
Terms
* Closing date - 12 noon, Wednesday 8 May 2013*
Terms
The premises will be offered on a Full Repairing and Insuring (FRI) lease for a negotiable period of time. The Council will insure the property and the premium will be recovered from the tenant. The tenant will be responsible for contents and all other insurances.
Rent
Rental offers in excess of £XXX per annum exclusive of VAT, non‐domestic rates and insurance are sought for
the subjects.
Viewing
The property may be viewed by appointment with Mark Bulloch of the Services for Communities Department who
can be contacted on 0131 529 5991 / mark.bulloch@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Fees
In accordance with standard practice the ingoing tenant will be responsible for the Council's reasonable legal expenses in connection with the transaction as well as Stamp Duty (if applicable) and Registration Dues. In addition the tenant will be responsible for the Council's Surveyor’s expenses.