Description
The premises comprise substantial ground floor retail accommodation benefiting from an extensive double frontage onto Purewell.
Currently arranged as a single retail unit, the accommodation provides a predominantly open-plan sales area extending through the building, together with ancillary rooms, storage accommodation, kitchenette facilities and WC provision.
The premises benefit from two separate shopfronts and entrances, offering considerable flexibility for a variety of commercial occupiers. The configuration also provides potential for subdivision into two smaller retail units, subject to any necessary consents and alterations.
Internally, the main retail accommodation benefits from timber-effect flooring, painted walls and a mixture of recessed and surface-mounted lighting.
The premises have most recently been occupied by a specialist retailer and would suit a variety of retail and other commercial uses, subject to the necessary planning consents.
LOCATION
The property occupies a prominent position fronting Purewell, a well-established commercial thoroughfare situated to the east of Christchurch town centre.
Purewell accommodates a variety of independent retailers, service providers and other commercial occupiers, serving both the surrounding residential population and the wider Christchurch area.
The property benefits from good visibility to passing traffic, with convenient access to Christchurch town centre and the wider road network.
RENT
£12,000 per annum exclusive of business rates, insurance and all other outgoings.
TENURE
Available by way of a new full repairing and insuring lease for a term to be agreed.
PLANNING
We understand the property has consent for Class E (Commercial). Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the Local Planning Authority.
EPC
Ordered and awaited
BUSINESS RATES
The VOA website confirms a rateable value of £12,500
Eligible occupiers may benefit from having a significantly reduced liability for Business Rates (up to 100% relief where properties have a rateable value of £12,000 or less) during this period. Applicants must check their eligibility and entitlement to any related benefits with the relevant Local Authority.
LEASE COSTS
Watts Holt can prepare a new tenancy agreement for a term of up to three years at a cost of £350 plus VAT to the incoming tenant, or alternatively, a tenancy agreement for a term of up to six years can be prepared in-house at a cost of £550 plus VAT to the incoming tenant.
FINANCE ACT 1989
Unless otherwise stated, all prices and rents are exclusive of Value Added Tax. Lessees must satisfy themselves as to the incidence of VAT in respect of any transaction.
IMPORTANT NOTE
At no time has a structural survey been undertaken, and appliances have not been tested. These particulars are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed, and they do not constitute an offer or form part of any contract.
