Lot
051
Auction Ends: 28/05/2025 12:30 - Bidding opens Tuesday 27th May 12:00 PM

Former Crossgates Library, Farm Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS15 7LB

Property Details
Location
Description
An extensive and prominent former library premises, extending to approximately 1,116 Sq M (12,008 Sq Ft) (GIA) over a single storey plus basement. The overall site is approximately 0.21 Hectares (0.52 Scres), with gardens fronting the site on its east and north boundaries. To the rear/west of the property is a small, hard-standing car park which is accessed, via a right of way, via Crossgates Road. Whilst the building is not listed, it is considered to have local heritage value and is a non-designated heritage asset. The property is sold with vacant possession. The property has been cleared in part by the owner, but a scheme of renovation is required still. The property enjoys a prominent position on Farm Road and Crossgates Roundabout in Crossgates town centre, which is allocated as a designated Retail Centre. The surrounding area is of mixed-use, with primarily residential housing to the north and west, with brands such as JD Wetherspoon, Halifax, and Tui trading to the east, along with the national brands occupying Crossgates Shop
Location
The property enjoys a prominent position on Farm Road and Crossgates Roundabout in Crossgates town centre, which is allocated as a designated Retail Centre. The surrounding area is of mixed-use, with primarily residential housing to the north and west, with brands such as JD Wetherspoon, Halifax, and Tui trading to the east, along with the national brands occupying Crossgates Shopping Centre. Transport links are provided by the nearby A64 and M1, along with Crossgates train station. Leeds city centre is approximately 4.5 miles to the west.
Accommodation

StoreyDescription
Basement:Boiler room
Ground Floor:Lobby, library rooms, toilets, kitchen, offices, storage
Floor Area (GIA)

Approximately 1,116 Sq M (12,008 Sq Ft) 

Approx Site Area
Approximately 0.21 Hectares (0.52 Acres).
Tenure
The property is sold freehold.
Planning
1. The property may be suitable for change of use and/or redevelopment, subject to the necessary consents and its status as a non-designated heritage asset.

2. For any pre-application advice, interested parties should consult directly with the Local Planning Authority: Leeds City Council, Civic Hall, Leeds, LS1 1UR. Telephone: 0113 247 8000. Email: [email protected].
Costs
Details of the Buyer's Premium and any additional fees payable are contained within the legal documents.
General
1. All the information provided on our website is for indicative purposes only and interested parties should refer to the contents of the legal pack and rely upon their own due diligence as a prudent bidder.

2. PLEASE NOTE BIDDING COMMENCES ON TUESDAY 27TH MAY AND CLOSES ON WEDNESDAY 28TH MAY.

3. The property is entered in the 2023 Rating List as "library and premises" with a Rateable Value of £55,000. The Rateable Value (RV) is not the amount payable.

4. Energy Performance Certificate = G.

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