The subjects comprise a large single storey brick built unit with external rendering, surmounted by a mono pitch roof which is covered in a bitumous felt or similar type covering.
The subjects benefit from a double frontage with two large aluminium framed double glazed display windows with laminated security glass. Access is taken through the centrally located aluminium framed and glazed entrance door. Access from side elevations is also possible.
Internally, the property is laid out to provide a large open plan space which was previously used as a motorcycle showroom. The subjects then provide two further interconnecting principle open plan retail areas together with a workshop and kitchen area to the rear. The property is in good condition throughout following a recent refurbishment and could suit a number of different business models subject to planning.
The property also benefits from gas central heating, a monitored alarm system connected to both the police and fire brigade, a commercial grade CCTV system accessible from smartphones, as well as electric roller shutters to the front elevation and manual roller shutters to the side elevation for enhanced security.
There is also a large private yard down the side and rear elevation of the property.
Location
The subjects occupy a busy main road frontage on the northern side of South Street, in close proximity to the junction with North, East and West Street in Armadale. This is the shopping and leisure focus of the town.
The unit is ideal for a business which is looking to service the wider central belt of Scotland, including the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, which are approximately 25 minutes by car. Around 65% of the population of
Scotland lives within a one hour commute of the premises. The main access to the town is from junction 4 of the M8 motorway which connects the cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, and the subjects lie approximately 2 miles north of this junction. Additionally, Armadale train station, which is situated on the Edinburgh to Glasgow rail route, is located 1 mile from the property.
Accommodation
The premises have been measured in accordance with RICS Code of Measuring Practice - 6th Edition. The net internal floor areas have been calculated as being approximately as follows:
284.31 sq.m. (3,060 sq.ft.)
Terms
LEASE TERMS:
The subjects are offered on full repairing and insuring terms, for a period to be negotiated, incorporating rent reviews at appropriate intervals.
RENTAL:
Offers of £XXX per annum exclusive are sought.
RATEABLE VALUE:
Having regard to the Scottish Assessors website we note that the subjects are entered into the current Valuation Roll at a rateable value of £XXX meaning that any prospective occupier could benefit from up to 100%
rates relief in line with the small business bonus scheme.
47 South Street, Armadale, West Lothian, EH48 3ET - £XXX
49 South Street, Armadale, West Lothian, EH48 3ET - £XXX
ENERGY PERFORMANCE:
A copy of the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) for the subjects is available upon request.
LEGAL EXPENSE:
Each party will be responsible for the payment of their own legal costs. The incoming tenant will be responsible for the payment of any LBTT, registration dues and VAT incurred.
ENTRY:
Upon completion of legal arrangements.
Specification
- Recently renovated retail/showroom unit - suitable for a variety of uses (STP)
- Prominent roadside unit in good trading position
- Ample private yard space for parking or other uses
- Net internal area of 3,060 sq ft
- Offers in the region of £XXX per annum are invited