TO LET – PROMINENT COMMERCIAL PREMISES

RETAIL / OFFICE / INDUSTRIAL / STORAGE

St Pauls Road, Preston
Available Immediately
Rent: £1,500 PCM (£18,000 per annum) exclusive

Location

The property occupies a prominent position on St Pauls Road, Preston, close to Deepdale Stadium and within walking distance of Preston city centre. The area provides good visibility and accessibility and is well established for both residential and commercial use.

Description

A versatile commercial property extending to approximately 3,000 sq ft in total, comprising a ground floor shop/office, basement storage, secure gated rear yard and a two-storey rear workshop/storage building.

The premises were formerly used as a busy off-licence/convenience store, together with a builders storage unit and yard.

The landlord is happy to consider proposals for alternative or future uses and will seek to accommodate such use where feasible, subject to planning, licensing and other necessary consents.

Accommodation

Ground Floor Shop / Office – Approx. 800 sq ft
Main retail/office area with security shutters and WC facilities. Suitable for retail, office or other commercial use, subject to consent.

Basement Storage – Approx. 450 sq ft
Storage accommodation situated beneath the main ground floor unit.

Rear Secure Yard – Approx. 550 sq ft
Gated and secure rear yard providing useful external storage, loading or operational space, subject to the proposed use.

Rear Two-Storey Workshop / Storage Building

• Ground Floor – Approx. 550 sq ft: Workshop/storage accommodation with roller shutter access and three-phase electricity supply.
  
  

  • First Floor – Approx. 550 sq ft: Additional storage accommodation.
    
    

    The premises provide approximately 2,900 sq ft of built accommodation, together with the rear yard, with the overall property extending to approximately 3,000 sq ft.
    
    

    All measurements are approximate and should be independently verified by prospective tenants.
    
    

    Potential Uses
    

    The property offers flexible commercial accommodation and may be suitable for:
    
    

    • Retail
      
      

      • Office
        
        

        • Industrial
          
          

          • Workshop
            
            

            • Storage
              
              

              • Builders storage
                
                

                • Trade-related uses
                  
                  

                  • Vehicle-related uses, subject to consent
                    
                    

                    • Distribution/storage
                      
                      

                      • Other similar commercial uses
                        
                        

                        Prospective tenants must make their own enquiries regarding planning permission, permitted use, licensing, building regulations and any other statutory requirements. The agent gives no warranty that any particular use will be permitted.
                        
                        

                        Services
                        

                        Mains electricity, water and drainage are understood to be connected. The rear workshop/storage building benefits from a three-phase electricity supply.
                        
                        

                        Prospective tenants should make their own enquiries with utility providers regarding the availability, capacity and condition of all services.
                        
                        

                        Planning & Use
                        

                        The property was previously occupied as a convenience store/off-licence and builders storage premises.
                        
                        

                        Prospective tenants should contact Preston City Council Planning Department – to establish whether their proposed use is permitted and whether any planning permission or other consent is required.
                        
                        

                        Lease
                        

                        Available by way of a new effectively full repairing and insuring lease for a term to be agreed.
                        
                        

                        The lease will be subject to an upward-only rent review, with the timing and mechanism to be agreed. The lease will be subject to contract and the landlords standard terms.
                        
                        

                        Rent
                        

                        £1,500 per calendar month (£18,000 per annum) exclusive.
                        
                        

                        Rent is payable in advance and is exclusive of VAT, business rates, utilities, insurance and other occupational costs, where applicable.
                        
                        

                        Business Rates
                        

                        The occupier will be responsible for applicable business rates. The actual liability will depend upon the rateable value, applicable multiplier and circumstances of the occupier.
                        
                        

                        Eligible occupiers may qualify for Small Business Rate Relief or other applicable reliefs. Prospective tenants should make their own enquiries with Preston City Council.
                        
                        

                        VAT
                        

                        All rents and prices are exclusive of VAT, where applicable. VAT will be charged where legally applicable and at the prevailing rate.
                        
                        

                        Rent Deposit
                        

                        A rent deposit may be required, subject to the landlords requirements and the financial standing of the proposed tenant. The amount and terms will be agreed prior to completion.
                        
                        

                        Legal Costs
                        

                        Each party will be responsible for their own legal costs unless otherwise agreed.
                        
                        

                        Viewings & Enquiries
                        

                        All enquiries welcome. Viewings strictly by appointment through Kingswood Properties.
                        
                        

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                        Disclaimer
                        

                        These particulars are provided for guidance only and do not constitute an offer or form part of any contract.
                        
                        

                        While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate, prospective tenants must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of all information, measurements, dimensions and descriptions before entering into a legal agreement.
                        
                        

                        References to potential uses are for guidance only and do not confirm that any particular use is permitted. Prospective tenants are responsible for satisfying themselves regarding planning, licensing, building regulations and all other statutory requirements.
                        
                        

                        The property is offered subject to contract and availability. The landlord reserves the right to withdraw or amend these particulars at any time without notice.
                        
                        

                        No person employed by Kingswood Properties has authority to make any representation or warranty regarding the property other than as expressly confirmed in writing by the landlord or authorised representative.Disclaimer:
                        These particulars, whilst believed to be correct, do not form any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact. No person in this firm's employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. All measurements quoted are approximate. Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.
                        
                        Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Identity Verification Checks In accordance with our regulatory obligations, all applicants will be required to complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Identity Verification checks. A non-refundable fee of £45.00 plus VAT per applicant will be payable to cover the cost of these checks. We use Vorensys to carry out these verification processes. Applicants will be contacted directly by Vorensys to provide the necessary information and documentation. Once the checks have been successfully completed and approved, we will be notified and will proceed with the application accordingly. Please note that the AML and Identity Verification fee is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the application or verification process.