Commercial property for sale in 449 Middle Road, Gendros, Swansea SA5

The subject property comprises a large workshop/ industrial unit located within a relatively large site area, which has been trading for over 70 years, for use as a mot and Car Repair Centre (known as Kings Head Motors).

The unit has been constructed over two bays, which can be accessed directly off a large open forecourt and compound to the front. The main industrial bay, which has a minimum eaves height of approximately 3.47m and a loading door clearance of 2.93m, accommodates the main workshop area, mot bay and ancillary toilet facilities. The subject premises also appears to have been extended further since its original construction, in the form of a small flat roof addition over the front elevation, which accommodates a reception area and private office.

The site also extends further to the south, providing an additional means of access onto the main workshop over the right hand side and rear elevations.

The entire site equates to approximately 0.265 acre (0.107 hectare), located along a prominent roadside position within a densely populated area along the outskirts of Swansea city centre, providing designated parking for approximately 15-20 vehicles over the forecourt to the front with additional parking for a further 3-4 vehicles along the side elevation. A large enclosed yard area, which is generally of a similar size to the main forecourt, is also available to the rear which provides access onto the rear workshop.

We further advise that the subject premises benefits from existing fixtures and fittings associated with the former mot centre, to include 2 no. Four post hydraulic lifts (including air compressor), 1 no. Two post vehicle lift, a roller brake tester, 2 no. Emission testers, etc.

Description

The subject property comprises a large workshop/ industrial unit located within a relatively large site area, which has been trading for over 70 years, for use as a mot and Car Repair Centre (known as Kings Head Motors).

The unit has been constructed over two bays, which can be accessed directly off a large open forecourt and compound to the front. The main industrial bay, which has a minimum eaves height of approximately 3.47m and a loading door clearance of 2.93m, accommodates the main workshop area, mot bay and ancillary toilet facilities. The subject premises also appears to have been extended further since its original construction, in the form of a small flat roof addition over the front elevation, which accommodates a reception area and private office.

The site also extends further to the south, providing an additional means of access onto the main workshop over the right hand side and rear elevations. The rear of the site also benefits from an additional storage yard, which has potential to extend the unit further, subject to obtaining the necessary statutory consents.

The entire site equates to approximately 0.265 acre (0.107 hectare), located along a prominent roadside position within a densely populated area along the outskirts of Swansea city centre, which is secured by metal posts and accessed via 2 no. Steel gated entrances, providing designated parking for approximately 15-20 vehicles over the forecourt to the front with additional parking for a further 3-4 vehicles along the side elevation. A large enclosed yard area, which is generally of a similar size to the main forecourt, is also available to the rear which provides access onto the rear workshop.

We further advise that the subject premises benefits from existing fixtures and fittings associated with the former mot centre, to include 2 no. Four post hydraulic lifts (including 1 no. Air compressor), 1 no. Two post vehicle lift, a roller brake tester, 2 no. Emission testers, etc.

Location

The subject premises is located directly off Middle Road within the densely populated suburb of Gendros, along the outskirts of Swansea city centre.

The immediate vicinity also provides good lines of communication via the main dual carriageway (A483), which is approximately 200 metres from the subject premises and is one of the main arterial routes linking Swansea city centre (2.5 miles to the south) to the M4 Motorway (3 miles to the north).

Accommodation

The subject premises affords the following approximate dimensions and areas:

Gross Internal Area: 241.06 sq.m (2,594.76 sq. Ft.)

Main Workshop: 183.22 sq.m (1,972.24 sq. Ft.)
accessed directly off the main forecourt via a set of loading doors to the front with an additional means of access over the rear enclosed yard via a roller shutter loading door, incorporating the following.

W.C. Facilities
with w.c. And wash hand basin.

Store Room: 4.02m x 3.31m

mot Bay: 40.16 sq.m (432.28 sq. Ft.)
accessed over the side elevation via a roller shutter loading door, with door to.

W.C. Facilities
with w.c. And wash hand basin.

Roller Shutter Clearance: 2.93m (9'7")

Eaves (min): 3.47m (11'5")

Apex: 4.76m (15'7")

Office/ Reception: 23.68 sq.m (254.89 sq. Ft.)
accessed directly off the main forecourt to the front, subdivided in part to accommodate the following.

Reception: 5.09m x 2.81m
with door to.

Private Office: 3.34m x 2.80m

Rates

As stated on the voa website the Rateable Value for the subject premises is as follows:

Rateable Value (2023): £7,700

Rates relief for small business with a rateable value up to £6,000 will receive 100% relief and those with a rateable value between £6,001 and £12,000 will receive relief that will be reduced on a tapered basis from 100% to zero.

From April 2018 the Welsh Government will set the multiplier according to the Consumer Price Index (cpi) and for the financial year 2023-24 the multiplier will be 0.535.

Rates relief for small business with a rateable value up to £6,000 will receive 100% relief and those with a rateable value between £6,001 and £12,000 will receive relief that will be reduced on a tapered basis from 100% to zero.

We advise that all enquiries should be made with the Local Authority Rates Department to verify this information. For further information visit .

Vat

All figures quoted are exclusive of VAT. Our client reserves the right to levy VAT on this transaction (where applicable).

Terms And Tenure

We advise that the Freehold interest is available for sale, to be sold with vacant possession.

Viewing

By appointment with Sole Agents:

Astleys Chartered Surveyors
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