The subjects were built in 1901 and comprise a two storey building constructed of sandstone and brick, having a pitched slated roof and distinctive mock tudor elevational detailing. There is a single storey side extension which is constructed of brick with a pitched slated roof.
The property is situated within a site of to 0.117 hectares (0.29 acres approx.). There is a pedestrian access path and separate vehicular access to a tarmacadam parking area. There are garden grounds to the front and side of the building.
The property has a main access door at the front of the building and also a further entrance door with a disabled access ramp. There are also access points at the side and rear of the building.
The subjects comprise a former Council Registry Office which provides the following accommodation:-
Ground Floor – entrance hall, general office, 2 office rooms, ceremony room, kitchen and toilet facilities.
First Floor – 4 office rooms, kitchen and toilet.
A plan showing the layout and accommodation can be provided upon request. The property is in general need of upgrading and refurbishment throughout.
Location
The property is on the south side of Roman Road next to its junction with Boclair Avenue, a short distance west of Milngavie Road. From a landmark viewpoint there is an Asda superstore as well as Boclair House situated within close proximity however the immediately neighbouring properties are residential in nature.
The subjects are within close proximity of all local amenities at Kessington, Hillfoot and Bearsden Cross which provide a diverse range of shops, offices, surgeries, restaurants and bars. The property is also conveniently located for public transport being less than 5 minutes’ walk from Hillfoot Station which is on the main Glasgow to Milngavie line which provides regular services, and a journey time of 21 minutes, to Glasgow City Centre. There are also frequent bus services at Milngavie Road running to/from Glasgow City Centre.
Accommodation
According to our calculations the subjects afford the undernoted approximate net internal floor areas:-
Ground Floor - 103.18 sq.m. (1,110 sq.ft.)
First Floor - 69.40 sq.m. (747 sq.ft.)
Total - 172.58 sq.m. (1,857 sq.ft.)
Terms
RATING - The property is shown in the Valuation Roll with a Rateable Value of £XXX
PLANNING - The subjects are C Listed and located within The Old Bearsden Conservation Area.
Consequently, any proposals for development will need Listed Building Consent, as well as full planning permission. In addition the mature trees located within the site are protected through their location within the Conservation Area.
It is our opinion that there may be potential for a variety of uses including residential conversion, office, surgery, nursery or business centre uses. Parties should however make their own detailed enquiries to East Dunbartonshire Council, Development and Regeneration Services, Southbank House, Strathkelvin Place, Kirkintilloch G66 1XQ (Telephone – 0141 578 8600).
PURCHASERS PACK - A copy of the Energy Performance Certificate, an Asbestos Report and a Specialist Rot Contractors Report can be made available to genuinely interested parties upon request.
SALE TERMS - Offers are invited for the purchase of our clients heritable interest in the subjects. Whilst offers on an unconditional basis would be preferred, offers subject to planning will be given full consideration.
It is anticipated that a closing date will be set for the receipt of formal offers and consequently parties should register their formal interest in writing to DM Hall in order that they can be kept advised of any closing date.
EPC - The property has an Energy Performance Rating of G.
VAT - The property is not elected for VAT and consequently VAT will not be chargeable on the purchase price.
LEGAL COSTS - Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs with the purchaser being responsible for LBTT and registration dues.
Specification
- Category C listed building with accommodation on 2 floors
- Generous ancillary garden ground and parking areas
- Total net internal area 172.58 sq.m. (1,857 sq.ft.) approx.
- Potential for conversion to a variety of uses
- Close to all local amenities and public transport links
- EPC rating G
- Offers invited