*Closing date set for offers - 12 noon, Wednesday 24 September 2014*
Description
The available property comprises a prominent retail unit. It benefits from a large window display/serving hatch to the Civic Square elevation and can be configured internally to suit the individual occupier’s requirements. The property is secured by way of roller shutters/window grilles.
Rateable Value
We have been advised by Lothian Valuation Joint Board that the rateable value of Unit 12 is £XXX Further details can be obtained from the Assessor on (0131) 344 2500 or alternatively www.saa.gov.uk.
Planning
We understand that the premises benefit from a Class 1 retail use as defined in the Town & Country Planning (Use Class) Scotland Order 1997, as well as Hot Food Consent.
Applicants must satisfy themselves as to any planning requirements relating to their proposed use by contacting the Council’s Planning Section at Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BG. They can also be contacted by telephone on (0131) 529 3550 or emailed at planning@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Viewing
The property may be viewed by appointment with either Mark Bulloch or Andrew McCurrach who can be contacted on 0131 529 5991/4682, or at mark.bulloch@edinburgh.gov.uk / andrew.mccurrach@edinburgh.gov.uk.
Energy Performance Certificate
A certificate rating F have been given for Unit 12.
Location
The subject property is located within Westside Plaza, which is a well established community shopping location. Occupiers within Westside Plaza Shopping Centre include a large selection of national traders including the Odeon Cinema Complex and as such, the footfall in this area is excellent. The available unit is located on Civic Square, at the North entrance to the Shopping Centre and close to the Public Library and Council Offices.
The property is very well served by public transport being directly adjacent to the local bus terminus and a short distance from Wester Hailes Railway Station. Ample car parking is available in the local area.
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 property as follows: Unit 12 – 270 sq ft
Terms
Services
Mains drainage, water and electricity are installed and all charges for such services will be the responsibility of the tenant.
Rent
Offers in excess of the following sums – exclusive of VAT, rates and service charge – are invited: Unit 12 – £XXX per annum
Terms
The accommodation is offered on a full repairing and insuring basis (FRI) for a negotiable period of time. The Council will insure each property and the premium will be recoverable from the tenant.
Fees
In accordance with the standard practice, the ingoing tenant will be responsible for the Council’s reasonable legal fees and 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 Corporate Property costs equivalent to 10% of the first year’s rental.