The property comprises a linked office building of two-storey brick and tile construction and has for some years been used for the purpose of a solicitors’ practice but is now surplus to operational requirements. The accommodation provides space in a cellular format 7,106.50at ground and first floor levels.
Suitable for a variety of alternative professional purposes, the availability of the premises in the conservation area offers an infrequent opportunity to acquire an attractive freehold building in the town’s central business district.
Location
The property is situated in Stafford town centre on the north side of Bank Passage between its junctions with Market Square and Salter Street. The immediate area is characterised by a mixture of professional, retail and restaurant activity and, being located just off the main shopping thoroughfare, the premises are also close to a number of major nationally known high street retailers.
Junctions 13 and 14 of the M6 motorway are approximately three and two miles distant respectively and provide access to Manchester and the north-west, London and the south-east by way of the M1 link and Bristol and the south-west through its connection with the M5. The town’s main-line railway station provides Intercity connections throughout the national rail network.
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR - Entrance lobby, waiting room/reception, five offices, staffroom, strongroom, kitchenette, male and female WC facilities and second entrance lobby. 900 sq ft (83.61 sq m)
FIRST FLOOR - Six offices and male and female WC facilities. 1,025 sq ft (95.22 sq m)
TOTAL NET FLOOR AREA - 1,925 sq ft (178.83 sq m)
EXTERNAL - forecourt landscaped area with disabled ramp and pedestrian access from Bank Passage. Rear pedestrian access for servicing purposes over a right of way.
Terms
SERVICES - All mains services are connected. The accommodation is centrally-heated by way of hot water radiators fed by an Vaillant gas-fired boiler. CCTV, intruder and fire alarm systems are installed.
ASSESSMENTS - The local authority for rating purposes is Stafford Borough Council. The rateable value of the property is £XXX with uniform business rates payable of £XXX for the year ending March 2019. These details have been based on the information provided by the Valuation Office's website and should be double-checked by any party intending to enter into any commitment that relies on their accuracy.
EPC - The Energy Performance Certificate issued for this property indicates an Asset Rating of 75 within Band C. A full certificate with recommendations will be provided on request.
PRICE- Offers in the region of £XXX, exclusive of VAT if applicable, are invited for the benefit of freehold interest. As an alternative, the owners would consider the letting of the premises on terms to be agreed.
LEGAL COSTS - Both parties are to be responsible for their own legal costs incurred in the sale, together with any Stamp Duty or VAT due thereon.
VIEWING - By arrangement with the Agents’ Stafford offices.
The property is understood to be freehold and is offered subject to contract and to being unsold. Confirmation of the tenure will be provided during the pre-contract enquiry process.
VACANT POSSESSION WILL BE GIVEN ON COMPLETION
Specification
- 1,925 sq.ft. (178.83 sq.m.)
- Town centre position
- Centrally heated
- Early availability
- Former solicitors’ offices
- Letting considered as an alternative