I , • Page 1 of 2 Bell, Matthew From: Dowson, Cllr Jane Sent: 22 February 2013 19:11 To: Bell, Matthew Subject: RE: Beckhill Approach, Leeds, LS4 2SA Attachments: image001.jpg bear Matthew, I find a 50% reduction appropriate under the circumstances. Regards Jane ClIr Jane bowson Deputy Executive Board Member (Learning) Labour Councillor for Chapel Allerton Ward 07901 711111 From: Bell, Matthew Sent: 22 February 2013 11:17 To: Dowson, ClIr Jane Subject: Beckhill Approach, Leeds, LS4 2SA 41 BECKHILL APPROACH, LEEDS, LS4 2SA Good Morning Councillor Dowson, I am writing to inform you of a proposal to offer a continued reduction in the commercial rent for the above retail premises. In 2010 a 50% reduction in the rent was agreed by the Director of Environments & Neighbourhoods. This was because areas close to the property have been cleared for future development which has continued to have a detrimental effect on the business. The report set out that the business would be at risk of closing down as they are financially unviable without the continuation of the rent reduction. The subject property has been occupied by the same tenant for over 23 years. A number of properties close to the property have been demolished including four blocks of sheltered accommodation, houses at Beckhill Garth and Beckhill Approach and the former Miles Hill Primary School. The latter, according to the tenant has resulted in the biggest reduction of trade. The cleared site at Beckhill Approach and the former Miles Hill Primary School has been identified as a potential residential development site. Work is currently ongoing to market the site for sale on the open market by end of 2013. The property is located within a community that requires a local shop to provide key services that are easily accessible and form part of the local community infrastructure. It is important that the business continues to trade and is supported to assist with overcoming the current ongoing difficulties. The recommendation of the report is to continue with the 50% reduction in the rental for a further two years. In doing so, we would allow the tenant to continue running business in the period of demolition and regeneration by alleviating some of the pressures the tenant is currently experiencing, such as rising costs and reduced level of trade, though still providing an essential service to those still living in the area and supporting the local community. The current tenants has well-established links in the local community enhanced by the period of time that they have been trading in their location. Any feedback or comments you have regarding the above would be appreciated. If you have any 25/02/2013 Page 1 of 2 Bell, Matthew From: Harper, CIR. Janet Sent: 23 February 2013 12:13 To: Bell, Matthew Subject: RE: Holdforth Place, Leeds, LS12 1YG Attachments: image001.jpg Thanks Matthew I am grateful for that. It will greatly assist this struggling community Best wishes Janet Harper From: Bell, Matthew Sent: 21 February 2013 14:07 To: Harper, ClIr Janet Subject: Holdforth Place, Leeds, LS12 1YG WELLINGTON STORES, 27 HOLDFORTH PLACE, LEEDS, LS12 1YG Good Afternoon Councillor Harper, I am writing to inform you of a proposal to offer a continued reduction in the commercial rent for the above retail premises. In 2010 a 50% reduction in the rent was agreed by the Director of Environments & Neighbourhoods. This was because areas close to the property have been cleared for future development which has continued to have a detrimental effect on the business. The report set out that the business would be at risk of closing down as they are financially unviable without the continuation of the rent reduction. The subject property has been occupied by the same tenant for over 15 years and is located in the Clydes Estate and forms part of the West Leeds Gateway. A total of 38 properties have been demolished in addition to several empty properties in the immediate vicinity. The retail unit has been included in the Brownfield Land Programme which received Executive Board approval in January 2013. This approval allows Leeds City Council to examine a range of investment options in terms of redeveloping the site but at present no concrete proposals are in place. The property is located within a community that requires a local shop to provide key services that are easily accessible and form part of the local community infrastructure. It is important that the business continues to trade and is supported to assist with overcoming the current ongoing difficulties. The recommendation of the report is to continue with the 50% reduction in the rental for a further two years. In doing so, we would allow the tenant to continue running business in the period of demolition and regeneration by alleviating some of the pressures the tenant is currently experiencing, such as rising costs and reduced level of trade, though still providing an essential service to those still living in the area and supporting the local community. The current tenants has well-established links in the local community enhanced by the period of time that they have been trading in their location. Any feedback or comments you have regarding the above would be appreciated. If you have any questions or require clarification on any of the above points then please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards Matthew Bell Surveying Assistant Commercial Asset Management ALMO Business Centre Leeds Leeds West North West Homes 25/02/2013 Page 1 of 2 Bell, Matthew From: Rafique, ClIr Mohammed Sent: 22 February 2013 18:34 To: Bell, Matthew Subject: Re: Beckhill Approach, Leeds, LS4 2SA I have no issues with the proposal Regards Mohammed Sent from my iPhone On 22 Feb 2013, at 11:17, "Bell, Matthew" <[email protected]> wrote: 41 BECKHILL APPROACH, LEEDS, LS4 2SA Good Morning Councillor Rafique, I am writing to inform you of a proposal to offer a continued reduction in the commercial rent for the above retail premises. In 2010 a 50% reduction in the rent was agreed by the Director of Environments & Neighbourhoods. This was because areas close to the property have been cleared for future development which has continued to have a detrimental effect on the business. The report set out that the business would be at risk of closing down as they are financially unviable without the continuation of the rent reduction. The subject property has been occupied by the same tenant for over 23 years. A number of properties close to the property have been demolished including four blocks of sheltered accommodation, houses at Beckhill Garth and Beckhill Approach and the former Miles Hill Primary School. The latter, according to the tenant has resulted in the biggest reduction of trade. The cleared site at Beckhill Approach and the former Miles Hill Primary School has been identified as a potential residential development site. Work is currently ongoing to market the site for sale on the open market by end of 2013. The property is located within a community that requires a local shop to provide key services that are easily accessible and form part of the local community infrastructure. It is important that the business continues to trade and is supported to assist with overcoming the current ongoing difficulties. The recommendation of the report is to continue with the 50% reduction in the rental for a further two years. In doing so, we would allow the tenant to continue running business in the period of demolition and regeneration by alleviating some of the pressures the tenant is currently experiencing, such as rising costs and reduced level of trade, though still providing an essential service to those still living in the area and supporting the local community. The current tenants has well-established links in the local community enhanced by the period of time that they have been trading in their location. Any feedback or comments you have regarding the above would be appreciated. If you have any questions or require clarification on any of the above points then please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards Matthew Bell Surveying Assistant Commercial Asset Management ALMO Business Centre Leeds Leeds West North West Homes t: 0113 3957177 e: [email protected] 25/02/2013 Bell, Matthew From: Lowe, CIIr Alison Sent: 22 February 2013 15:58 To: Bell, Matthew Subject: RE: Holforth Place Leeds, LS12 1YG I agree absolutely, this store is desperately needed and the owner needs all our support. From: Bell, Matthew Sent: 21 February 2013 14:08 To: Lowe, Cllr Alison Subject: Holforth Place Leeds, L512 lYG WELLINGTON STORES, 27 HOLDFORTH PLACE, LEEDS, LS12 lYG Good Afternoon Councillor Lowe, I am writing to inform you of a proposal to offer a continued reduction in the commercial rent for the above retail premises. In 2010 a 50% reduction in the rent was agreed by the Director of Environments & Neighbourhoods. This was because areas close to the property have been cleared for future development which has continued to have a detrimental effect on the business. The report set out that the business would be at risk of closing down as they are financially unviable without the continuation of the rent reduction. The subject property has been occupied by the same tenant for over 15 years and is located in the Clydes Estate and forms part of the West Leeds Gateway. A total of 38 properties have been demolished in addition to several empty properties in the immediate vicinity. The retail unit has been included in the Brownfield Land Programme which received Executive Board approval in January 2013.