The property is a former public library and is situated within the town centre of Whitburn.
Externally, ramp access is available to the main entrance whilst the building consists of an original building constructed in the 1960’s and a later extension added in the 1990’s. The building is of traditional brick construction with a dry dash render finish and decorative block finish. The 1960’s part of the building has a pitched roof whilst the extension comprises a flat, felted roof. The property benefits from a high proportion of glazing throughout whilst it can be accessed from the north and south.
Viewing : Viewing of the premises are by prior appointment only and interested parties are asked to co-ordinate viewings by contacting the following officers.
Darren Stenhouse : 07901114394
Jacquie Steven : 07901114348
Location
Whitburn is a commuter town within West Lothian, with a local population of around 11,000 people. Whitburn benefits from excellent transport links with the M8 motorway running through the north of the town, accessed via Junction 4A (Heartlands). The town has grown in population recently with the Heartlands development bringing residential and commercial opportunities to the area.
The subject property is located to the centre of Whitburn on Union Road just off the Main Street close to Whitburn’s main amenities.
Neighbouring occupiers include Xcite Gym, Scotmid, Iceland as well as the towns Police Station and GP Surgery.
Accommodation
IPMS 2 (Offices): 473.452m2
IPMS 3 (Offices): 457.603m2
The subjects also include WC facilities as well as general store areas throughout.
Terms
Submitting an Offer
Once a closing date has been set the following procedure will apply ;
· All offers must submitted in an A4 envelope clearly labelled “OFFER OF PURCHASE / LEASE FOR 77 UNION ROAD, WHITBURN”. The offeror must write his / her name and address on the back of the envelope.
· Any offers received after 12 Noon on the closing date will be returned unopened and will not be taken into consideration by the council.
· All offers must be sent to : The Property Services Manager, Property Services, West Lothian Council, West Lothian Civic Centre, Howden South Road, Livingston, EH54 6FF.
· Offers received by fax or email will not be accepted.
· The council does not bind itself to accept the highest or any other offer. However, West Lothian Council has a legal obligation to obtain the best price legally obtainable.
· Prospective purchasers must also submit with any offer, information sufficient to allow the council to obtain a suitable financial reference. Were an offer is submitted by a company, then details of the directors or partners involved should be named.
· Offers that are conditional upon planning permission or other consents must include the following information :
1. A layout of the proposed development on the subjects.
2. Details of the proposed development.
3. A development timetable.
4. Details of any conditions on which the offer is based.
5. Details of any permissions / consents required.
6. Details of the purchase price being offered.