Haxter Close, Plymouth, Devon, PL6

LOCATION
The property forms part of the Council's Belliver Industrial Estate, which is situated a short distance from the Roborough roundabout on Tavistock Road (A386), one of the main arterial routes serving the city.
The Estate lies approximately 7 miles and 3.5 miles to the north of the city centre and the A38 Devon Expressway (dual carriageway), respectively, the latter of which provides connections to Cornwall and the wider road network, including the M5 motorway at Exeter. The approximate location of the unit is indicated on the plan below.

DESCRIPTION
Haxter Close comprises a total of 13 industrial units, which are arranged within two blocks around a central courtyard providing parking, loading, external storage and circulation space. Unit 12 is situated in a mid terrace corner position within the northernmost block comprising 5 units.
The property comprises part block, part profile steel sheeted elevations under a corrugated pitched roof with translucent panels. Access to the unit is achieved via roller shutter and personnel doors on the front elevation.

ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation comprises an industrial unit measuring circa 516 sq. m. (5,554 sq. ft.) gross internal floor area.
The premises comprise open plan warehouse space with blockwork walled partitioning to create an office/reception area, stores and associated staff facilities

RENT
The initial asking rent for the unit is £30,500 per annum (plus VAT, where applicable), exclusive of business rates and other associated outgoings.


PLANNING
The property is suitable for light industrial purposes only (B1 and B2).
Prospective tenants are strongly advised to satisfy themselves that their proposed use for the premises is acceptable in planning terms. The prospective tenant is responsible for obtaining any necessary planning permissions, which may be required in connection with their proposed use of the premises.
For further information contact Plymouth City Council's Planning Services, telephone


SERVICES
Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are available and connected to the property.


BUSINESS RATES
Rateable Value £35,000.

From the valuation office website ( we understand that the current rateable value is £35,000 effective from 1st April 2023. Therefore making the approximate rates payable £17,465 per annum for 2024/2025.
Interested parties are advised to confirm the rating liability with Plymouth City Council.


TERMS OF LEASE
1. A term of 6 years, excluded from sections 24 - 28 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, with a rent review on the 3rd anniversary of the term.
2. An initial rent of £30,500 per annum, payable quarterly in advance, exclusive of rates and other occupational outgoings. Specifically, the buildings insurance premium will be re-charged to the occupational tenant.
3. The tenant is to be responsible for all internal repairs, including doors, windows and the roller shutter door. The landlord will be responsible for external repairs to the building that will be rechargeable to the tenant under the service charge provision.
4. Assignment is permitted, subject to landlord's consent. Subletting is not permitted.
5. No structural alterations to the building will be permitted without landlord's consent.
6. Service charge will be payable for the maintenance of external building and common parts.
7. The tenant shall pay the landlord's professional expenses in preparing and executing the lease (estimated to be in the region of £960, plus VAT).