OVERVIEW Retaining character throughout, this first floor apartment is within walking distance of the town centre and also has off road parking and a garage. Both the bedrooms are doubles and have fitted wardrobes and there is a generous lounge, kitchen and hallway with space for dining if required. A useful study has been retained leading from the hallway, a real bonus for tenants that work from home. The bathroom is modern and contemporary and the flat is gas centrally heated and double glazed. Sorry No Smokers.
ACCOMMODATION Accessing the flat via the metal open staircase at the rear of the building, wooden door leads into:
ENTRANCE HALL Having hanging space for coats, a radiator, ceiling light and tongue and groove panelling.
HALL/DINING AREA 7' 4" x 20' 1" (2.23m x 6.13m) A good sized area with space for a dining table or desk if required. Double glazed window to the side, a radiator, two ceiling lights and a telephone point. A lower area also has a double glazed window.
LOUNGE 14' 6" x 15' 8" (4.43m x 4.78m) A double glazed window faces the front elevation. Ceiling light, radiator and television point.
KITCHEN 11' 6" x 7' 2" (3.51m x 2.18m) A double glazed window faces the rear aspect. Fitted with wood effect base and wall units with darker worktops, splashback tiling and a stainless steel sink with drainer. Gas hob with hood over, an electric double oven, fridge freezer and plumbing for both a washing machine and dishwasher. Built in cupboard housing the boiler and two ceiling lights.
BEDROOM 11' 8" x 14' 10" (3.56m x 4.52m) max Double glazed window to the rear elevation. Extensive range of fitted wardrobes, a ceiling light and radiator.
BEDROOM 10' 4" x 11' 1" (3.16m x 3.37m) max Facing the front elevation the second double bedroom has a ceiling light, radiator and built in wardrobes. Double glazed window.
STUDY 5' 8" x 5' 0" (1.73m x 1.52m) Double glazed window to the front aspect. Wall light and shelving.
BATHROOM 7' 8" x 4' 3" (2.33m x 1.3m) Frosted double gazed window to the side aspect. White three piece suite comprising bath with mixer over and folding screen, a wash hand basin with drawers under and a WC. Two cupboards (one mirrored), a radiator, downlights to the ceiling and an extractor.
OUTSIDE From Parkside Road, a gated pathway leads to the rear and to the external metal staircase which services the first and second floor flats. There is a single garage and parking to the rear.
GENERAL INFORMATION Mains Services: Water, Gas, Electric and Drainage
Council Tax Band: B
EPC Grading: D
Applying for a tenancy
Should you wish to apply for a tenancy, you should contact our Lettings Team for an application pack.
We recommend that all applicants read the Government's 'How to Rent' Guide - available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-rent
Holding Deposit
In order to secure a property whilst the application procedure is completed, a Holding Deposit equal to 1 week's rent will be payable. This is calculated by monthly rent x 12 ÷ 52 and is payable to Milne Moser Property Limited.
Once the Holding Deposit is paid, the landlord and the tenant are expected to enter into the tenancy agreement within 15 calendar days. This date is called the Deadline for Agreement. The landlord and the tenant can agree to extend this date.
If an applicant fails referencing, the Holding Deposit will be paid to the applicant within 7 calendar days, save where:
1. If the applicant fails a Right to Rent check regardless of when the Holding Deposit was accepted;
2. If the applicant provides false or misleading information to Milne Moser Property Limited, or the landlord, which the landlord is reasonably entitled to consider in deciding whether to grant the tenancy because this materially affects their suitability to rent the property;
3. If the applicant notifies Milne Moser Property Limited or the landlord before the Deadline for Agreement that they have decided not to enter into the tenancy agreement;
4. If the tenant fails to take all reasonable steps to enter into a tenancy agreement;
5. If the tenant seeks to change the tenancy agreement after it has been signed, and the landlord refuses to make that change.
In which case, the Holding Deposit will be forfeit, and retained by Milne Moser Property Limited, on behalf of the landlord. A written explanation of why the Holding Deposit has been retained will be provided to the applicant within 7 calendar days of the decision being made.
Security Deposit
A Security Deposit equal to 5 weeks' rent will be payable to Milne Moser Property Limited, if the applicant successfully completes the referencing process.
Any money held by Milne Moser Property Limited as a Holding Deposit will be used towards payment of the Security Deposit.
The Security Deposit will be registered with the Deposit Protection Scheme within 30 days of the tenancy being signed and will be repaid to the Tenant at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being left in a satisfactory condition/deduction of any contractual expenses.
Rent
Rent will be payable on the first day of the tenancy agreement and will be payable monthly, thereafter.
Properties are let on a fixed term Assured Shortly Tenancy, for a minimum term of 6 months. It is not possible to terminate the tenancy within this period and the tenant will be responsible for payment of the rent for the whole of the fixed term.
The tenant will also be responsible for all utility charges during the full term of the tenancy, including gas, electricity, oil, water and drainage, telephone and Council Tax. Charges for any other services connected to the property will also be payable by the tenant.
Insurance
The landlord will be responsible for insuring the building. The tenant will be responsible for insuring their own possessions for the full term of the tenancy.
Permitted Payments
In some circumstances, a Permitted Payment may be payable to Milne Moser Property Limited. These include:
- If the tenant requests a change to the tenancy agreement and the landlord agrees e.g. the keeping of a pet mid-tenancy/change of sharer - £50 (inc. VAT);
- If rent is more than 14 days late, interest will be charged at 3% over the base rate of the Bank of England;
- Default fees for lost keys or other security devices (including locks). Where locks need to be replaced and locksmiths need to be called, tenants will be charged for replacement locks, locksmiths' fees and keys where necessary.
- In exceptional circumstances (such as an emergency) Milne Moser Property Limited may charge £15 per hour for time in dealing with the problem.
- Surrender of the tenancy mid-term - payment will cover the landlord's expenses in reletting the property, all rent outstanding until a new tenant is found (up to the maximum payable under the tenancy agreement)
HOW IS INTEREST CALCULATED ON RENT ARREARS?
Interest will be charged on the total amount outstanding, on a daily basis.
For example:
£500 in arrears are outstanding for 30 days.
The current Bank of England base rate is 0.1%.
Interest rate applied: 3% + 0.1% = 3.1%
£500 x 0.031 = £15.50
£15.50 ÷ 365 = £0.0425
4.25p x 30 days outstanding = £1.28
