The property comprises a former library of brick construction over one storey and under a flat roof.
Location
The property is located on Hopetoun Street, one of Bathgate’s most popular town centre shopping precincts. Bathgate is situated in West Lothian and has a population of approximately 15,000 people. The town enjoys excellent communication links via the M8
motorway which connected Edinburgh (20 miles), Glasgow (27 miles). The town also benefits from a new railway station providing easy access to all major central belt locations.
Accommodation
The building has an NIA of approximately 2,780 square feet.
Terms
As a public library, the building’s use falls within planning use class 10 (non-residential institutions). Other uses within this planning use class would include crèche, day nursery, museum and display of art. Proposed uses not falling within this planning use class will require a change of use planning consent.
Residential development is acceptable in principle but not practical at this time owing specifically to the absence of school capacity in the catchment area. Amenity housing designed to meet the needs of elderly occupants would be acceptable in principle.
Other appropriate uses are Class 1 (shops), 2 (financial, professional and other services including healthcare), 3 (food and drink for consumption on the premises), 4 (Business), 8 (residential institutions) and 10 (non-residential institutions)
Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the suitability of the subjects for their intended purpose and are strongly advised to discuss their proposals fully with the Council’s Development Control Unit before making an offer. See contact details for planning below.