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Q
 Do I have to pay for power separately?
A
 Yes, electricity and gas used in each unit are separately metered and billed each quarter.
 
Q
 Are there any rent free periods allowed for new businesses?
A
 There is a limited facility to allow a short period without charge to allow businesses to move into their units and start operations.
   
Q
 Can I access my unit during the evenings and weekends?
A
 Yes, access to the building is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
   
Q
 Is there any parking at the Business Centre?
A
 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.
   
Q
 Do I have to sign a lease?
A
 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.
   
Q
 Does the centre have access to Broadband Internet?
A
 Yes, the Centre has a leased line Broadband Connection through Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, which provides the fast Internet access that modern businesses demand.
   
Q
 Is there a limit to the length of time that I can stay in the Centre?
A
 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.
   
Q
 Does the Business Centre provide a telephone answering service answering in my business name?
A
 Yes, trained Reception staff can answer your calls in the style you suggest, during office hours.
   
Q
 What happens if my business grows and I need more space?
A
 You can move to another unit, take on an additional unit or occupy one of our double units with connecting doors.
   
Q
 Where can I get help if the Business Centre has no units suitable in size for my business?
A
 The Council’s Business Development Team can help with property enquiries.
   

 

 


This project is
part-financed by the European Community
European Regional
Development Fund

[One NorthEast]
Supported by the Tees Valley Partnership
and
One NorthEast
[Tees Valley Partnership In Action]

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