The subjects comprise a single storey brick built building surmounted by a flat roof overlaid in mineral felt. Frontage to the subjects comprises 6 No. display windows all of which are protected externally by steel grilles. A timber fascia board is incorporated around the front and east gable elevation providing space for display signage above the display windows. The subjects sit 6 No. steps above street level with a ramp providing disabled access to the main sales area. The subjects are accessed via a single entry door being part glazed leading to a porch area providing a further part glazed double entry door to the main sales area/counter area. Internally the subjects have been subdivided to form main sales area, counter area office accommodation, staffroom and WC. The subjects comprise a concrete floor overlaid in carpet whilst walls are predominantly plastered with a painted/papered finish. A suspended ceiling is incorporated throughout the building with lighting being provided by fluorescent striplight fitments and diffusers. The kitchen area provides floor mounted worktops and cupboards incorporating a stainless steel sink. Flooring to the kitchen area is of painted concrete nature whilst lighting is provided by inset spotlights. The WC accommodation comprises a painted concrete floor whilst the walls and ceiling are of a painted nature with lighting being provided by standard bulb fitment. The WC provides one WC.
Location
Shotts comprises a former mining town located just off the B717 which leads from Junction 5 of the M8 towards the A71 Edinburgh Road. The town has a population of approximately 8,800 persons (1991 census information). Whilst the traditional employment in the area was mining, this has now ceased within the area and main employment within the town comprises a mix of services as well as HM Prison Shotts. The subjects under consideration are located in the hub of the retail centre within Shotts. Surrounding occupiers in the locale comprise a number of local and national traders to include Ladbrokes, Panasonic, a local hairdresser and a newsagent.
Accommodation
From sizes taken during our inspection, we calculate the subject property, measured in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice (5th Edition), to extend to the following approximate net internal floor area:-
Total - 85.96 sq m (925 sq ft) or thereby.
The subjects benefit from gas central heating and an intruder alarm system. The subjects also benefit from a time lock safe located in the office accommodation.
Terms
Our clients are seeking offers in excess of £XXX per annum exclusive. The lease will be drawn along full repairing and insuring terms for a negotiable length.