FAQs
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Do I have to pay for power separately? |
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Yes, electricity and gas used in each unit are separately metered and billed each quarter. |
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Are there any rent free periods allowed for new businesses? |
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There is a limited facility to allow a short period without charge to allow businesses to move into their units and start operations. |
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Can I access my unit during the evenings and weekends? |
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Yes, access to the building is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. |
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Is there any parking at the Business Centre? |
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There is space for up to 60 vehicles in the Centre car park and surroundings to park free of charge. These are available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. There are in addition several car public car parks both long and short stay, in close proximity to the centre. |
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Do I have to sign a lease? |
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No. Units are occupied by licence on an annual basis. The licence conditions, which you will sign, agree amongst other things 4 weeks notice to quit. |
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Does the centre have access to Broadband Internet? |
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Yes, the Centre has a leased line Broadband Connection, which provides the fast Internet access that modern businesses demand. |
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Is there a limit to the length of time that I can stay in the Centre? |
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No, but there is an expectation that companies will move on when they are established (approx, 3 years), to allow new start companies to take up the same facilities. |
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Does the Business Centre provide a telephone answering service answering in my business name? |
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Yes, trained Reception staff can answer your calls in the style you suggest, during office hours. |
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What happens if my business grows and I need more space? |
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You can move to another unit, take on an additional unit or occupy one of our double units with connecting doors. |
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Where can I get help if the Business Centre has no units suitable in size for my business? |
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The Council’s Business Development Team can help with property enquiries. |



