CLOSING DATE WEDNESDAY 16TH JULY 2025 AT 12 NOON, 103, Chapelton Drive, POLBETH, EH55 8SQ

A retail unit a good size sales area with an additional stock/kitchen area and toilet in the back shop. Previously used as a dog groomer. Accommodation is over one level property compromises approximately of:

·        Front Shop - 26 sqm

·        Back Shop - 13 sqm

Location

The property is situated within the mining village of Polbeth, around 1 mile from West Calder. Access to 103 Chapelton Drive is off the well-connected A71 road linking the East of Scotland to the West. Polbeth is located just 17 miles from Edinburgh and 31 miles from Glasgow, as well as enjoying excellent commuter links to the M8 motorway and West Calder railway station. 

Terms

Conditions of Lease:

• The lease term will by fixed for a period of 3 years (from the date of entry). 
• The property is to be let on the Council’s standard office lease.  Our Tenant FRI Handbook explains the rights and responsibilities of a council tenant in more detail, as well as providing you with helpful contacts and information.  Copies of both the standard lease and Tenant Handbook can be downloaded at www.westlothian.com/pmd, or are available in writing from Property Services.
• Entry to the property will not be granted until the standard lease has   been agreed and signed by the tenant and each party shall pay their   own costs for preparation of this lease. Should any variation to the lease be agreed this will require referral to the councils Legal Service team and the tenant will then be liable for all costs incurred.
• The lease is a legally binding contract between the tenant and the West Lothian Council and signing it will have legal consequences for both parties.  We therefore advise the tenant to seek independent legal advice on the terms of the lease before signing it.
• The rent shall be payable monthly in advance by direct debit.
• Three months rent deposit will be required, payable at the commencement of the lease.
• The tenant shall be responsible for all repairs to and maintenance of the premises and will be liable for a share of the cost of repairs to and maintenance of the common parts of the building of which they form part.
• The Council will insure the building for reinstatement and will recover the appropriate annual premium from the tenant.
• The tenant will pay all local rates attributable to this property for the duration of the lease
• The tenant will be responsible for the payment of all utility bills attributable to the property.
• The tenant will be responsible for obtaining any statutory consents and for complying with any regulations relative to the proposed use of the premises.

Specification

Retail and business uses will be considered for this property including. The current usage class is ‘Class 1a' . Prospective tenants are advised to contact the Council’s Development Management on Tel. (01506) 282456 for advice. The unit has an Energy Performance Certificate rating of A - EPC attached.