J & E Shepherd, jointly with DTZ, has been appointed by Stonedale Securities to let its tradetown development of trade counter style units at Heathfield in Ayr.

The construction work has recently commenced and Phase 1 of the scheme, which offers up to 15,000sq.ft of space in units of between 4,000sq.ft and 7,000sq.ft, although there is scope for further sub division to suit specific occupiers’ requirements.

The 4,000sq.ft unit is available at rental offers over £32,000 per annum and the larger 7,000sq.ft unit at offers over £52,500 per annum with completion due in spring 2009.

Kevin Bell of Shepherd said, “Despite the current economic climate it is encouraging that Stonedale Securities has decided to start Phase 1 of its trade counter development at this time. Due to the positive response from potential occupiers, Stonedale has already submitted an application for Phase 2 of the scheme.”

J&E Shepherd, one of Scotland’s leading firms of chartered surveyors, valuers, property agents and managers, has been established for over 125 years and operates from a network of 28 offices throughout Scotland and over 75 locations throughout England and Wales. The firm offers a multi disciplinary property service to include valuation, sales and lettings, building surveying, rent reviews, development and investment consultancy, rating and property management.

For further information please contact Kevin Bell tel 01292 267987