Unit 8B1, River Close South, Alness Industrial Estate - Property for rent

The Property is situated in a cul-de-sac within the Alness Industrial Estate and forms part of a terrace of five similar workshop units.

The property comprises an end-terraced, single storey unit of concrete block construction and a yard area. It has a pitched, timber-framed roof of corrugated asbestos finish with high level windows. Access to the property is via a sectional overhead door and pedestrian pass door to the front of the building.

Internally, the property has a concrete floor and the accommodation comprises a workshop area, small office and WC. The internal floor area is 50 sq.m. The yard area is 149.4 sq.m

Letting Particulars and Application Pack

To request a viewing, please contact Property Letting at Council Headquarters at:

Email: property.letting@highland.gov.uk

Telephone: (01463) 785128 (24 hour voicemail).

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We are offering the property for lease on tenant full repairing & insuring terms, for an initial period of five years. Our standard industrial lease allows the tenant to serve notice to quit any time after the first year, with a minimum of three months’ notice being required.

You will be responsible for meeting all the legal costs of preparing the lease.  You will also be liable for any LBTT, Registration Dues and VAT thereon.

Planning:

The proposed use will require the Council’s consent both as landlord of the site and as Planning Authority.

Planning permission is in place for Use Classes 4 (Business), 5 (General Industrial) and 6 (storage and distribution). 

There is a general presumption against the following uses:

• Scrap yards.
• Waste transfer or waste processing facilities.
• Auto salvage facilities (unless such uses do not require any external storage).
• Concrete processing.
• Builders merchants or similar with requirement  for external storage of materials.

Applicants are strongly advised to contact the Area Planning & Building Standards office to discuss their proposed use and to seek advice on any necessary permissions or consents that may be required. 

You will be responsible for choosing your utility suppliers (e.g. electricity, water and sewerage) on taking entry to the property and paying all charges during your tenancy.

The property’s Rateable Value is £2.300.  If you believe you may be exempt of liability for Non Domestic Rates, it is your responsibility to apply for the appropriate exemption. Up to date information: https://www.mygov.scot/non-domestic-rates-calculator

If you wish to view the property or to request an application pack, please contact Property Letting at Council Headquarters at:

Email: property.letting@highland.gov.uk

Telephone: (01463) 785128 (24 hour voicemail).