Former Library, Whitburn

The property comprises the ground floor of a single-storey standalone building previously used as Whitburn Library and latterly as a community financial advice hub. Internally, the unit comprises a mainly open plan area with additional storage space and W.C. facilities. The premises benefit from a rear fire exit and on street car parking immediately outside the property. The property would be suitable for a variety of uses. It comprises a floor space of approximately 460 sq.m./4,950 sq.ft.

Rental

Price upon application.

Use Class

Class A1 of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Scotland Order 1997. Any other class use would need consent and prospective tenants are advised to contact customer.service@westlothian.gov.uk for advice in the first instance.

Rateable Value

The current rateable value for the property is £17,600. Rates relief may apply to the property due to small business relief. For further information please refer to www.westlothian.com/businessrates.

Enquiries & Viewing

Anyone wishing to view the property should contact Heather-Ann Ross on 07769 306786 or email heather-ann.ross@westlothian.gov.uk.

Whitburn is an established West Lothian commuter town situated just off the M8 Motorway which leads traffic across the central belt from Edinburgh in the east towards Glasgow in the west. Whitburn is located approximately 5 miles to the west of Livingston and approximately 25 miles to the west of Edinburgh. The subject property is located on a corner site at the junction of Union Road and West Main Street with the property fronting directly on to Union Road.

Lease Basis

The minimum lease term is 1 year (from the date of entry).

The property is to be let on the Council’s standard lease. Our Tenant FRI Handbook explains the rights and responsibilities of a council tenant in more detail. This can be provided upon request. 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 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.
• 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.