Former Community Centre in Eckington within site of 2.6 acres available to let or for sale

Key Points

• Former community centre building which may have potential for a range of uses (STP)
• Located in Eckington, North East Derbyshire
• Building GIA of approximately 2,380 sq ft within site of 2.6 acres - redevelopment potential (STP)
• Within walking distance of Eckington centre and a variety of amenities
• Interest considered on the basis of a leasehold or freehold disposal

Description

The property comprises a brick built single storey building with a large site of approximately 2.6 acres. The property was previously used as a community centre. Internally the community centre includes a main open plan hall area, stores , kitchen and preparation areas, WC facilities, and disabled WC. The land includes a parking area, tarmac areas, grassed areas and mature trees to the perimeters.

Location

The property is located off School Street in the heart of Eckington. Eckington is located in North East Derbyshire. The property is accessed off High Street (B6052) and School Street. The main centre of Eckington is within walking distance.

The M1 motorway can be accessed via the A6135. Sheffield city centre is approximately 7.6 miles away to the north and Chesterfield is a similar distance away to the south.

The immediate location is mainly residential with a mix of terrace, semi-detached and detached housing. Notable other occupiers in the area include Eckington Junior School, Job Lot, Co-op Food, Eckington Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre, Eckington Library, and various other shops and amenties.

The property is located close to bus stops which benefits from services to Crystal Peaks and Sheffield.

Rating Assessment

From information obtained from the Valuation Office Agency website the demises are rated as follows:-

Address: Eckington Youth Club, School Street, Eckington, Sheffield, S21 4FL
Description: Hall and premises
Rateable Value: £4,500

Small Business Rates relief should be available to applicable parties, although we would advise prospective parties to verify the matter with the local rating office.

Planning

The premises have previously been used as a community centre, and therefore we understand the planning use comes under the following classification: F2(b) Halls or meeting places for the principal use of the local community

We would anticipate that the property may have potential to be utilised for alternative uses and would recommend that interested parties contact the local planning department (North East Derbyshire) to seek further guidance.

Lease Terms

The property is available to let by way of a new lease on terms to be agreed.

Tenure

The property is offered for sale on a Freehold basis. The site may have potential for development subject to planning consent, although there is a current Overage Agreement and further details can be shared with interested parties upon request.

Rent

Rent on application. We are informed VAT is not payable on the rent.

Price

Price on application. We are informed VAT is not payable on the rent.

Identity Checks

In order to comply with Anti-Money Laundering Legislation, the successful tenant/buyer will be required to provide certain identification documents. The required documents will be confirmed to and requested from the successful tenant/buyer.